US Bridges

US 61-02- Lm 18.05 over Ditch 16

Fair

Mississippi County, Arkansas · S of Osceola · Structure no. 0000000000M1088

Built
1942
83 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,711
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 61-02- Lm 18.05 over Ditch 16 is a concrete culvert carrying US 61-02- Lm 18.05 over Ditch 16 in Mississippi County, Arkansas. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 years old, older than the Arkansas average of 45.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 2,711 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,417 by 2028. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 61-02- Lm 18.05
CrossesDitch 16
LocationS of Osceola
RouteU.S. Route 61
CountyMississippi County
StateArkansas
Coordinates35.62091, -89.99677
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,711 (2018)
Projected traffic3,417 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 61-02- Lm 18.05 over Ditch 16 built?

It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 61-02- Lm 18.05 over Ditch 16 in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does US 61-02- Lm 18.05 over Ditch 16 carry?

About 2,711 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 61-02- Lm 18.05 over Ditch 16?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).

Who owns US 61-02- Lm 18.05 over Ditch 16?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.