US Bridges

S.H.73 SEC.03-0.65 over Ditch

Good

Hempstead County, Arkansas · 0.65 Mi.East Ofjct S.H.67 · Structure no. 0000000000X1011

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,700
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H.73 SEC.03-0.65 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying S.H.73 SEC.03-0.65 over Ditch in Hempstead County, Arkansas. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 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 1,700 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,620 by 2028. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesS.H.73 SEC.03-0.65
CrossesDitch
Location0.65 Mi.East Ofjct S.H.67
RouteState Highway 73
Coordinates33.66431, -93.56066
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating30 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length22 ft (6.8 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,700 (2018)
Projected traffic2,620 by 2028
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 S.H.73 SEC.03-0.65 over Ditch built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H.73 SEC.03-0.65 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does S.H.73 SEC.03-0.65 over Ditch carry?

About 1,700 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is S.H.73 SEC.03-0.65 over Ditch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns S.H.73 SEC.03-0.65 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.