US Bridges

SH 226-02-LM 8.7 over Ditch

Good

Craighead County, Arkansas · 3.1 Miles East HWY 18 · Structure no. 0000000000X1422

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
6,800
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 226-02-LM 8.7 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 226-02-LM 8.7 over Ditch in Craighead County, Arkansas. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 6,800 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,500 by 2032. The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 226-02-LM 8.7
CrossesDitch
Location3.1 Miles East HWY 18
RouteState Highway 226
CountyCraighead County
StateArkansas
Coordinates35.79371, -90.88166
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 inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating38 US tons
Inventory rating23 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHL 93
Structure length33 ft (10 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,800 (2018)
Projected traffic6,500 by 2032
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 8.7 over Ditch built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 226-02-LM 8.7 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does SH 226-02-LM 8.7 over Ditch carry?

About 6,800 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is SH 226-02-LM 8.7 over Ditch?

The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns SH 226-02-LM 8.7 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.