US Bridges

US 61-02- Lm 19.18 over George Ditch

Good

Mississippi County, Arkansas · .3 M S of Grider · Structure no. 0000000000M1089

Built
1929
96 years old
Condition
Good
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 19.18 over George Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 61-02- Lm 19.18 over George Ditch in Mississippi County, Arkansas. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 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 2,711 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).

CarriesUS 61-02- Lm 19.18
CrossesGeorge Ditch
Location.3 M S of Grider
RouteU.S. Route 61
Coordinates35.63372, -89.98465
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 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 19.18 over George Ditch built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 61-02- Lm 19.18 over George 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US 61-02- Lm 19.18 over George Ditch carry?

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

How long is US 61-02- Lm 19.18 over George Ditch?

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 19.18 over George Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.