US Bridges

US 165-01 Lm 2.49 over Ditch # 5

Good

Ashley County, Arkansas · 2.49 MI N LA Line-Wilmot · Structure no. 0000000000M2161

Built
1948
77 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,000
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 165-01 Lm 2.49 over Ditch # 5 is a concrete culvert carrying US 165-01 Lm 2.49 over Ditch # 5 in Ashley County, Arkansas. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 years old, older 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 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 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,000 by 2038. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.9 mi (61 km).

CarriesUS 165-01 Lm 2.49
CrossesDitch # 5
Location2.49 MI N LA Line-Wilmot
RouteU.S. Route 165
Coordinates33.03426, -91.59684
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46 US tons
Inventory rating28 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,000 (2018)
Projected traffic1,000 by 2038
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.9 mi (61 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 165-01 Lm 2.49 over Ditch # 5 built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 165-01 Lm 2.49 over Ditch # 5 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 US 165-01 Lm 2.49 over Ditch # 5 carry?

About 1,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 165-01 Lm 2.49 over Ditch # 5?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 165-01 Lm 2.49 over Ditch # 5?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.