US Bridges

US79B SEC5A LM1.25 over Ditch

Good

Calhoun County, Arkansas · 0.5 MI N of Thornton · Structure no. 0000000000M1452

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 1962
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
480
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US79B SEC5A LM1.25 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US79B SEC5A LM1.25 over Ditch in Calhoun County, Arkansas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1962, so it is 94 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 480 vehicles a day, projected to reach 600 by 2038. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 69 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesUS79B SEC5A LM1.25
CrossesDitch
Location0.5 MI N of Thornton
RouteU.S. Route 79
Coordinates33.78468, -92.48116
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to 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 length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width69 ft (21 m)
Roadway width67 ft (20.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic480 (2018)
Projected traffic600 by 2038
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 US79B SEC5A LM1.25 over Ditch built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1962.

What condition is US79B SEC5A LM1.25 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 2024.

How much traffic does US79B SEC5A LM1.25 over Ditch carry?

About 480 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is US79B SEC5A LM1.25 over Ditch?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 69 ft wide.

Who owns US79B SEC5A LM1.25 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.