US Bridges

SH 274 S-2 Lm 3.35 over Ditch

FairPosted for load

Calhoun County, Arkansas · 1.0 MI S JCT 205 & 274 · Structure no. 0000000000M2643

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
86 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
1,576
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 274 S-2 Lm 3.35 over Ditch is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 274 S-2 Lm 3.35 over Ditch in Calhoun County, Arkansas. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,576 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,671 by 2028. The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 274 S-2 Lm 3.35
CrossesDitch
Location1.0 MI S JCT 205 & 274
RouteState Highway 274
CountyCalhoun County
StateArkansas
Coordinates33.61959, -92.69252
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating29 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialWood or Timber
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadH 15
Structure length86 ft (26.2 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.9 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,576 (2018)
Projected traffic1,671 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$319,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 274 S-2 Lm 3.35 over Ditch built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 274 S-2 Lm 3.35 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does SH 274 S-2 Lm 3.35 over Ditch carry?

About 1,576 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH 274 S-2 Lm 3.35 over Ditch?

The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns SH 274 S-2 Lm 3.35 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.