US Bridges

US 79-11 Lm 4.71 over Ditch

Good

Arkansas County, Arkansas · 3.0 MI N SH 152-HUMPHREY · Structure no. 0000000000X1137

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
52 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,000
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 79-11 Lm 4.71 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 79-11 Lm 4.71 over Ditch in Arkansas County, Arkansas. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 years old, younger than the Arkansas average of 45.1 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 4,000 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,501 by 2028. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

CarriesUS 79-11 Lm 4.71
CrossesDitch
Location3.0 MI N SH 152-HUMPHREY
RouteU.S. Route 79
Coordinates34.44415, -91.63008
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.1 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length52 ft (15.8 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,000 (2018)
Projected traffic4,501 by 2028
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.9 mi (40 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 79-11 Lm 4.71 over Ditch built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 79-11 Lm 4.71 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US 79-11 Lm 4.71 over Ditch carry?

About 4,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is US 79-11 Lm 4.71 over Ditch?

The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US 79-11 Lm 4.71 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.