US Bridges

I-55EFR/SEC11/L8.0 over Ditch

Good

Crittenden County, Arkansas · 3.15 MI So Int US 64&I-55 · Structure no. 0000000000X0847

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,320
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-55EFR/SEC11/L8.0 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying I-55EFR/SEC11/L8.0 over Ditch in Crittenden County, Arkansas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 5,320 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,650 by 2028. The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesI-55EFR/SEC11/L8.0
CrossesDitch
Location3.15 MI So Int US 64&I-55
RouteInterstate 55
CountyCrittenden County
StateArkansas
Coordinates35.18248, -90.19581
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length28 ft (8.4 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,320 (2018)
Projected traffic1,650 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 I-55EFR/SEC11/L8.0 over Ditch built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-55EFR/SEC11/L8.0 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does I-55EFR/SEC11/L8.0 over Ditch carry?

About 5,320 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is I-55EFR/SEC11/L8.0 over Ditch?

The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns I-55EFR/SEC11/L8.0 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.