US Bridges

US 165-01 Lm 20.31 over Drainage Ditch

Fair

Ashley County, Arkansas · 1.4 MI S US 82-MONTROSE · Structure no. 0000000000M2162

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,770
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 165-01 Lm 20.31 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 165-01 Lm 20.31 over Drainage Ditch in Ashley County, Arkansas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 years old, older 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,770 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,300 by 2033. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 165-01 Lm 20.31
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location1.4 MI S US 82-MONTROSE
RouteU.S. Route 165
CountyAshley County
StateArkansas
Coordinates33.27397, -91.4983
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
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 rating33 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length32 ft (9.8 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 traffic1,770 (2018)
Projected traffic2,300 by 2033
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 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 20.31 over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 165-01 Lm 20.31 over Drainage 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US 165-01 Lm 20.31 over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 1,770 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 165-01 Lm 20.31 over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 165-01 Lm 20.31 over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.