US Bridges

US 70-8 Log 12.94 over Ditch

Fair

Garland County, Arkansas · Just West of SH 192 · Structure no. 0000000000M1313

Built
1928
97 years old, rebuilt 2007
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
21,842
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 70-8 Log 12.94 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 70-8 Log 12.94 over Ditch in Garland County, Arkansas. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 2007, so it is 97 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 21,842 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,288 by 2028. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 70-8 Log 12.94
CrossesDitch
LocationJust West of SH 192
RouteU.S. Route 70
CountyGarland County
StateArkansas
Coordinates34.46203, -93.14681
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39 US tons
Inventory rating24 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 traffic21,842 (2018)
Projected traffic26,288 by 2028
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 70-8 Log 12.94 over Ditch built?

It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2007.

What condition is US 70-8 Log 12.94 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does US 70-8 Log 12.94 over Ditch carry?

About 21,842 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is US 70-8 Log 12.94 over Ditch?

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

Who owns US 70-8 Log 12.94 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.