US Bridges

US-64/SEC-16/L6.41 over Ditch

Fair

Cross County, Arkansas · 1.35 Miles East of SH 163 · Structure no. 0000000000M1177

Built
1939
86 years old, rebuilt 1998
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,600
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-64/SEC-16/L6.41 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US-64/SEC-16/L6.41 over Ditch in Cross County, Arkansas. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 86 years old, older 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 4,600 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,410 by 2028. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesUS-64/SEC-16/L6.41
CrossesDitch
Location1.35 Miles East of SH 163
RouteU.S. Route 64
CountyCross County
StateArkansas
Coordinates35.25898, -90.69284
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating31 US tons
Inventory rating19 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,600 (2018)
Projected traffic5,410 by 2028
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 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 US-64/SEC-16/L6.41 over Ditch built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.

What condition is US-64/SEC-16/L6.41 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does US-64/SEC-16/L6.41 over Ditch carry?

About 4,600 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is US-64/SEC-16/L6.41 over Ditch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US-64/SEC-16/L6.41 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.