US Bridges

US 278 S-11 Lm 1.5 over Ditch

Fair

Calhoun County, Arkansas · 1.50 MI E JCT US 167 · Structure no. 0000000000M0086

Built
1929
96 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,813
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 278 S-11 Lm 1.5 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 278 S-11 Lm 1.5 over Ditch in Calhoun County, Arkansas. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 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 2,813 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,104 by 2028. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 278 S-11 Lm 1.5
CrossesDitch
Location1.50 MI E JCT US 167
RouteU.S. Route 278
CountyCalhoun County
StateArkansas
Coordinates33.53566, -92.44456
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 inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,813 (2018)
Projected traffic3,104 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 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 278 S-11 Lm 1.5 over Ditch built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 278 S-11 Lm 1.5 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does US 278 S-11 Lm 1.5 over Ditch carry?

About 2,813 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 278 S-11 Lm 1.5 over Ditch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns US 278 S-11 Lm 1.5 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.