US Bridges

US 79-10 Lm 6.80 over Ditch

Good

Jefferson County, Arkansas · 5.3 MI SW Arkco-Wabbaseka · Structure no. 0000000000X1580

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,800
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 79-10 Lm 6.80 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 79-10 Lm 6.80 over Ditch 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 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 3,800 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,940 by 2028. The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).

CarriesUS 79-10 Lm 6.80
CrossesDitch
Location5.3 MI SW Arkco-Wabbaseka
RouteState Highway 79
Coordinates34.3783, -91.77682
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.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.4 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,800 (2018)
Projected traffic4,940 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed39.8 mi (64 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 79-10 Lm 6.80 over Ditch built?

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

What condition is US 79-10 Lm 6.80 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US 79-10 Lm 6.80 over Ditch carry?

About 3,800 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 79-10 Lm 6.80 over Ditch?

The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 79-10 Lm 6.80 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.