US-79/SEC-14/L-7.8 over Ditch
FairMonroe County, Arkansas · 1.0 MI East of JCT SH 17 · Structure no. 0000000000M1463
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,400
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-79/SEC-14/L-7.8 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US-79/SEC-14/L-7.8 over Ditch in Monroe County, Arkansas. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 6 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 1,400 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,600 by 2038. The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-79/SEC-14/L-7.8 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-79/SEC-14/L-7.8 over Ditch 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US-79/SEC-14/L-7.8 over Ditch carry?
About 1,400 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is US-79/SEC-14/L-7.8 over Ditch?
The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns US-79/SEC-14/L-7.8 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.