US 45/SR 8 SW Ramp over Ditch
GoodMonroe County, Mississippi · 0.1 MI S SR 8 · Structure no. 270004504819220
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 360
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 45/SR 8 SW Ramp over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 45/SR 8 SW Ramp over Ditch in Monroe County, Mississippi. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 360 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 480 by 2043. The structure is 29 ft (8.9 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 45/SR 8 SW Ramp over Ditch built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 45/SR 8 SW Ramp 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 45/SR 8 SW Ramp over Ditch carry?
About 360 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 45/SR 8 SW Ramp over Ditch?
The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 45/SR 8 SW Ramp over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.