US Bridges

SH 54-02 Lm 1.49 over Ditch #6

Good

Desha County, Arkansas · 1.4 MI W US 65-DUMAS · Structure no. 0000000000X1309

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,510
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 54-02 Lm 1.49 over Ditch #6 is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying SH 54-02 Lm 1.49 over Ditch #6 in Desha County, Arkansas. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 2,510 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,231 by 2028. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).

CarriesSH 54-02 Lm 1.49
CrossesDitch #6
Location1.4 MI W US 65-DUMAS
RouteState Highway 54
Coordinates33.89108, -91.50055
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length20 ft (6.2 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,510 (2018)
Projected traffic3,231 by 2028
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.7 mi (35 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 54-02 Lm 1.49 over Ditch #6 built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 54-02 Lm 1.49 over Ditch #6 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does SH 54-02 Lm 1.49 over Ditch #6 carry?

About 2,510 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SH 54-02 Lm 1.49 over Ditch #6?

The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns SH 54-02 Lm 1.49 over Ditch #6?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.