Interstate 49 over Ditch
FairCrawford County, Arkansas · 0.96 MI N JCT I-40 · Structure no. 0000000000X0736
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 27,000
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Interstate 49 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Interstate 49 over Ditch in Crawford County, Arkansas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger 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 27,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,159 by 2028. The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Interstate 49 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is Interstate 49 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Interstate 49 over Ditch carry?
About 27,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Interstate 49 over Ditch?
The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.5 m).
Who owns Interstate 49 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.