SR 18 over Ditch
GoodRankin County, Mississippi · 5.5 MI E SR 468 · Structure no. 310001806107890
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 8,800
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 18 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 18 over Ditch in Rankin County, Mississippi. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 8,800 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,800 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 18 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 18 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does SR 18 over Ditch carry?
About 8,800 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SR 18 over Ditch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns SR 18 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.