US Bridges

US 82 over Ditch

Good

Oktibbeha County, Mississippi · 1.7 MI W SR 25 · Structure no. 210008205314530

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,900
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 82 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 82 over Ditch in Oktibbeha County, Mississippi. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 8,900 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,000 by 2043. The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 82
CrossesDitch
Location1.7 MI W SR 25
RouteU.S. Route 82
Coordinates33.49512, -88.87897
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,900 (2023)
Projected traffic11,000 by 2043
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 82 over Ditch built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 82 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US 82 over Ditch carry?

About 8,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is US 82 over Ditch?

The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 82 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.