US 49B over Drainage Ditch
GoodCraighead County, Arkansas · 2.52 MI So of Greene CO · Structure no. 0000000000M0059
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1963
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,400
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 49B over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 49B over Drainage Ditch in Craighead County, Arkansas. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1963, so it is 85 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 1,400 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,190 by 2027. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 49B over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1963.
What condition is US 49B over Drainage 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does US 49B over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 1,400 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 49B over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 49B over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.