US Bridges

SH 274 S-3 LM17.57 over Ditch

Good

Calhoun County, Arkansas · 5.5 MI SE of Fordyce · Structure no. 0000000000X0124

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,200
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 274 S-3 LM17.57 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 274 S-3 LM17.57 over Ditch in Calhoun County, Arkansas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 1,200 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,194 by 2028. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).

CarriesSH 274 S-3 LM17.57
CrossesDitch
Location5.5 MI SE of Fordyce
RouteState Highway 274
Coordinates33.74157, -92.37022
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 evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.1 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,200 (2018)
Projected traffic1,194 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.7 mi (51 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-3 LM17.57 over Ditch built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 274 S-3 LM17.57 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 SH 274 S-3 LM17.57 over Ditch carry?

About 1,200 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH 274 S-3 LM17.57 over Ditch?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns SH 274 S-3 LM17.57 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.