US Bridges

US 425-03 Lm 8.34 over Ditch

Good

Drew County, Arkansas · 3.5 MI S SH172-MONTICELLO · Structure no. 0000000000M1494

Built
1929
96 years old, rebuilt 1965
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,300
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 425-03 Lm 8.34 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 425-03 Lm 8.34 over Ditch in Drew County, Arkansas. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1965, so it is 96 years old, older 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 4,300 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,900 by 2038. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.7 mi (72 km).

CarriesUS 425-03 Lm 8.34
CrossesDitch
Location3.5 MI S SH172-MONTICELLO
RouteU.S. Route 425
Coordinates33.51156, -91.82283
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 inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46 US tons
Inventory rating28 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length23 ft (6.9 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 traffic4,300 (2018)
Projected traffic4,900 by 2038
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed44.7 mi (72 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 US 425-03 Lm 8.34 over Ditch built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1965.

What condition is US 425-03 Lm 8.34 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US 425-03 Lm 8.34 over Ditch carry?

About 4,300 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 425-03 Lm 8.34 over Ditch?

The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 425-03 Lm 8.34 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.