SR 17 over Ditch
GoodMadison County, Mississippi · 5.9 MI N SR 43 · Structure no. 310001704501130
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 390
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 17 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 17 over Ditch in Madison County, Mississippi. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 390 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 390 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 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 SR 17 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 17 over 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does SR 17 over Ditch carry?
About 390 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is SR 17 over Ditch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns SR 17 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.