What this tracks
This dataset maps paved and unpaved ditches along interstates, state routes, and select roads in Tennessee, collected using LiDAR and cameras.
Why it matters to you
If you’re a homeowner near a state route in Shelby County, this tells you whether roadside ditches are paved (easier to maintain) or unpaved (may need more frequent clearing). For businesses relying on truck deliveries, it helps identify routes where drainage might affect access during heavy rain.
How to read this data
FEAT_DESC — Whether the ditch is paved or unpaved (sample: “Unpaved Ditch”).
LOC_DESC — Which side of the road the ditch is on (sample: “Right”).
ROUTE — The highway or route identifier (sample: “I0040” for I-40).
BEG_LOG/END_LOG — Where the ditch starts and ends along the route (sample: 0.162 to 0.198 miles).
Try it yourself
Check if ditches near your commute route (e.g., I-40 exit 012B) are paved by searching the dataset for the route number and exit.