SR 43 over Ditch
GoodMadison County, Mississippi · 4.0 MI N Natchez Trace · Structure no. 310004304519010
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 43 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 43 over Ditch in Madison County, Mississippi. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 3,200 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,200 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.7 mi (72 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 43 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 43 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does SR 43 over Ditch carry?
About 3,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is SR 43 over Ditch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns SR 43 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.