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US 65-16 Lm 13.16 over Ditch

Good

Lincoln County, Arkansas · @ South City Limit-Gould · Structure no. 0000000000M1203

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 2011
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,300
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 65-16 Lm 13.16 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 65-16 Lm 13.16 over Ditch in Lincoln County, Arkansas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 2011, so it is 95 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 6,300 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,453 by 2028. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 65-16 Lm 13.16
CrossesDitch
Location@ South City Limit-Gould
RouteU.S. Route 65
CountyLincoln County
StateArkansas
Coordinates33.97585, -91.5545
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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
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 length22 ft (6.7 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 traffic6,300 (2018)
Projected traffic7,453 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 65-16 Lm 13.16 over Ditch built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2011.

What condition is US 65-16 Lm 13.16 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 65-16 Lm 13.16 over Ditch carry?

About 6,300 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 65-16 Lm 13.16 over Ditch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 65-16 Lm 13.16 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.