US Bridges

Bell Road-Cr 156 over Ditch

FairPosted for load

Arkansas County, Arkansas · 1.9 MI W CR 60-GILLETT · Structure no. 000000000021345

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Other
Steel
Length
42 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
12
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bell Road-Cr 156 over Ditch is a steel other carrying Bell Road-Cr 156 over Ditch in Arkansas County, Arkansas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger than the Arkansas average of 45.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 12 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 12 by 2007. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

Location

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CarriesBell Road-Cr 156
CrossesDitch
Location1.9 MI W CR 60-GILLETT
RouteCounty Highway 156
CountyArkansas County
StateArkansas
Coordinates34.15564, -91.41988
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating9 US tons
Inventory rating5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeOther
MaterialSteel
DeckSteel plate
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width20 ft (6 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12 (2018)
Projected traffic12 by 2007
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$36,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Bell Road-Cr 156 over Ditch built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bell Road-Cr 156 over Ditch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does Bell Road-Cr 156 over Ditch carry?

About 12 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Bell Road-Cr 156 over Ditch?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns Bell Road-Cr 156 over Ditch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.