US Bridges

SH 38 Log 11.73 over Ditch

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Lonoke County, Arkansas · 3MI E of SH 31 Int. · Structure no. 0000000000M0834

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,600
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 38 Log 11.73 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 38 Log 11.73 over Ditch in Lonoke County, Arkansas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 2,600 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,486 by 2028. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 38 Log 11.73
CrossesDitch
Location3MI E of SH 31 Int.
RouteState Highway 38
CountyLonoke County
StateArkansas
Coordinates34.97686, -91.81631
Functional classRural 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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
Deck geometry4: 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 rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length23 ft (6.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,600 (2018)
Projected traffic2,486 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$329,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 38 Log 11.73 over Ditch built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 38 Log 11.73 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 SH 38 Log 11.73 over Ditch carry?

About 2,600 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH 38 Log 11.73 over Ditch?

The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns SH 38 Log 11.73 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.