US Bridges

US 82-10 Lm 4.86 over Ditch

Good

Chicot County, Arkansas · 5.1 MI W US65-LAKEVILLAGE · Structure no. 0000000000M1533

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,300
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 82-10 Lm 4.86 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 82-10 Lm 4.86 over Ditch in Chicot 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 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 2,300 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,742 by 2028. The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).

CarriesUS 82-10 Lm 4.86
CrossesDitch
Location5.1 MI W US65-LAKEVILLAGE
RouteU.S. Route 82
Coordinates33.30899, -91.37607
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length27 ft (8.3 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,300 (2018)
Projected traffic2,742 by 2028
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.7 mi (35 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 82-10 Lm 4.86 over Ditch built?

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

What condition is US 82-10 Lm 4.86 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 82-10 Lm 4.86 over Ditch carry?

About 2,300 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is US 82-10 Lm 4.86 over Ditch?

The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 82-10 Lm 4.86 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.