US 45 over Flat Bottom Ditch
GoodMonroe County, Mississippi · 2.1 MI S Lee Cl · Structure no. 210004504820770
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 12,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 45 over Flat Bottom Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 45 over Flat Bottom Ditch in Monroe County, Mississippi. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger 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 12,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,000 by 2043. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 45 over Flat Bottom Ditch built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 45 over Flat Bottom 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 2023.
How much traffic does US 45 over Flat Bottom Ditch carry?
About 12,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US 45 over Flat Bottom Ditch?
The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns US 45 over Flat Bottom Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.