Clark CR 8 Z-G over South Boat Ditch
PoorPosted for loadClark County, Arkansas · 1.1 MI S JCT CO RD 76 · Structure no. 000000000011042
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 206 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 69
- 1987 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Clark CR 8 Z-G over South Boat Ditch is a steel truss - thru carrying Clark CR 8 Z-G over South Boat Ditch in Clark County, Arkansas. It was built in 1928, so it is 97 years old, older than the Arkansas average of 45.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 69 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 83 by 2007. The structure is 206 ft (62.8 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Clark CR 8 Z-G over South Boat Ditch built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025.
What condition is Clark CR 8 Z-G over South Boat Ditch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does Clark CR 8 Z-G over South Boat Ditch carry?
About 69 vehicles per day (1987 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Clark CR 8 Z-G over South Boat Ditch?
The structure is 206 ft (62.8 m) long with a longest span of 101 ft (30.8 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns Clark CR 8 Z-G over South Boat Ditch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.