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US 63-13 Lm 9.18 over Ditch - Jefferson County

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Jefferson County, Arkansas · 1.5 MI E US 65B-PINEBLUFF · Structure no. 0000000000X0961

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
47 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
5,200
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 63-13 Lm 9.18 over Ditch - Jefferson County is a concrete culvert carrying US 63-13 Lm 9.18 over Ditch - Jefferson County in Jefferson County, Arkansas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 5,200 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,207 by 2028. The structure is 47 ft (14.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 63-13 Lm 9.18
CrossesDitch - Jefferson County
Location1.5 MI E US 65B-PINEBLUFF
RouteU.S. Route 63
CountyJefferson County
StateArkansas
Coordinates34.21464, -91.93958
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.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadH 20
Structure length47 ft (14.4 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,200 (2018)
Projected traffic6,207 by 2028
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.9 mi (40 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 63-13 Lm 9.18 over Ditch - Jefferson County built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 63-13 Lm 9.18 over Ditch - Jefferson County 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does US 63-13 Lm 9.18 over Ditch - Jefferson County carry?

About 5,200 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 63-13 Lm 9.18 over Ditch - Jefferson County?

The structure is 47 ft (14.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns US 63-13 Lm 9.18 over Ditch - Jefferson County?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.