US Bridges

SH 226-02-LM 3.70 over Ditch

Good

Craighead County, Arkansas · 2.0 MI W of Cash · Structure no. 0000000000X1300

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,267
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 226-02-LM 3.70 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 226-02-LM 3.70 over Ditch in Craighead County, Arkansas. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 years old, younger 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 6,267 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,300 by 2030. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 226-02-LM 3.70
CrossesDitch
Location2.0 MI W of Cash
RouteState Highway 226
CountyCraighead County
StateArkansas
Coordinates35.7952, -90.9709
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 inspectionDecember 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 rating35.1 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,267 (2018)
Projected traffic3,300 by 2030
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed23 mi (37 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 SH 226-02-LM 3.70 over Ditch built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 226-02-LM 3.70 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does SH 226-02-LM 3.70 over Ditch carry?

About 6,267 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is SH 226-02-LM 3.70 over Ditch?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.4 m).

Who owns SH 226-02-LM 3.70 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.