US Bridges

SH 274 S-2 Lm 10.0 over Ditch

Fair

Calhoun County, Arkansas · 2.3 MI E JCT SH 203 & 274 · Structure no. 0000000000M2645

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
72 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,100
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 274 S-2 Lm 10.0 over Ditch is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 274 S-2 Lm 10.0 over Ditch in Calhoun County, Arkansas. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 1,100 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,313 by 2028. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 274 S-2 Lm 10.0
CrossesDitch
Location2.3 MI E JCT SH 203 & 274
RouteState Highway 274
CountyCalhoun County
StateArkansas
Coordinates33.61482, -92.59011
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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no 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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating32 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialWood or Timber
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length72 ft (21.9 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.2 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,100 (2018)
Projected traffic1,313 by 2028
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.1 mi (42 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 SH 274 S-2 Lm 10.0 over Ditch built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 274 S-2 Lm 10.0 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SH 274 S-2 Lm 10.0 over Ditch carry?

About 1,100 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is SH 274 S-2 Lm 10.0 over Ditch?

The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns SH 274 S-2 Lm 10.0 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.