US 49E over Relief Ditch
GoodLeflore County, Mississippi · 0.1 MI S US 82 · Structure no. 210004924225160
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 6,200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 49E over Relief Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 49E over Relief Ditch in Leflore County, Mississippi. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, older than the Mississippi average of 38.9 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 6,200 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,200 by 2043. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 55.3 mi (89 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 49E over Relief Ditch built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 49E over Relief Ditch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does US 49E over Relief Ditch carry?
About 6,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 49E over Relief Ditch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).
Who owns US 49E over Relief Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.