US 278 S-12 LM15.9 over Ditch
FairBradley County, Arkansas · .2 MI W JCT HWY 15 & 278 · Structure no. 0000000000X0788
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,500
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 278 S-12 LM15.9 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 278 S-12 LM15.9 over Ditch in Bradley County, Arkansas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 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 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,700 by 2038. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 278 S-12 LM15.9 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 278 S-12 LM15.9 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 278 S-12 LM15.9 over Ditch carry?
About 1,500 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is US 278 S-12 LM15.9 over Ditch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.
Who owns US 278 S-12 LM15.9 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.