SR 18 over Ditch
GoodRankin County, Mississippi · 12.6 MI E SR 468 · Structure no. 310001806108620
- Built
- 1946
- 79 years old, rebuilt 1982
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,000
- 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 1946 and reconstructed in 1982, so it is 79 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 5,000 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,900 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 | 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 SR 18 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1982.
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 5,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is SR 18 over Ditch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns SR 18 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.