Shepherds Bayou RD over Ditch No 24
GoodSunflower County, Mississippi · Sec 8 T18N R 5W · Structure no. SA6700000000039
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 93 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 40
- 2007 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Shepherds Bayou RD over Ditch No 24 is a concrete culvert carrying Shepherds Bayou RD over Ditch No 24 in Sunflower County, Mississippi. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 40 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 60 by 2044. The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Shepherds Bayou RD over Ditch No 24 built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is Shepherds Bayou RD over Ditch No 24 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Shepherds Bayou RD over Ditch No 24 carry?
About 40 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Shepherds Bayou RD over Ditch No 24?
The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns Shepherds Bayou RD over Ditch No 24?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.