US Bridges

HWY 226-2-LM. 8.9 over Ditch

Good

Craighead County, Arkansas · 3.34 MI East SH18 · Structure no. 0000000000X1423

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
6,800
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY 226-2-LM. 8.9 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying HWY 226-2-LM. 8.9 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 34 ft (10.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY 226-2-LM. 8.9
CrossesDitch
Location3.34 MI East SH18
RouteState Highway 226
CountyCraighead County
StateArkansas
Coordinates35.79369, -90.87833
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 inspectionNovember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHL 93
Structure length34 ft (10.3 m)
Longest span7 ft (2 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
CrossesWaterway
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 HWY 226-2-LM. 8.9 over Ditch built?

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

What condition is HWY 226-2-LM. 8.9 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 November 2022.

How much traffic does HWY 226-2-LM. 8.9 over Ditch carry?

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

How long is HWY 226-2-LM. 8.9 over Ditch?

The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2 m).

Who owns HWY 226-2-LM. 8.9 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.