US 61-03- Lm 5.38 over DR Ditch
GoodMississippi County, Arkansas · 1.00 MI S JCT of SH 120 · Structure no. 000000000001261
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,905
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 61-03- Lm 5.38 over DR Ditch is a concrete slab carrying US 61-03- Lm 5.38 over DR Ditch in Mississippi County, Arkansas. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 3,905 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,271 by 2028. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 61-03- Lm 5.38 over DR Ditch built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 61-03- Lm 5.38 over DR 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 61-03- Lm 5.38 over DR Ditch carry?
About 3,905 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 61-03- Lm 5.38 over DR Ditch?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns US 61-03- Lm 5.38 over DR Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.