US Bridges

US 67-20- Lm 12.83 over Ditch

Fair

Clay County, Arkansas · 1.2 MI S JCT SH 328 & 67 · Structure no. 0000000000M1254

Built
1928
97 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,935
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 67-20- Lm 12.83 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 67-20- Lm 12.83 over Ditch in Clay 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 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 6,935 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,753 by 2028. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 67-20- Lm 12.83
CrossesDitch
Location1.2 MI S JCT SH 328 & 67
RouteU.S. Route 67
CountyClay County
StateArkansas
Coordinates36.43734, -90.58578
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length26 ft (7.8 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 traffic6,935 (2018)
Projected traffic6,753 by 2028
Trucks29%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 67-20- Lm 12.83 over Ditch built?

It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 67-20- Lm 12.83 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US 67-20- Lm 12.83 over Ditch carry?

About 6,935 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.

How long is US 67-20- Lm 12.83 over Ditch?

The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 67-20- Lm 12.83 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.