US Bridges

I-40/SEC43/L214.68 over Ditch

Good

Monroe County, Arkansas · 0.9 MI West of JCT SH 49 · Structure no. 0000000000X0013

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
29,000
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-40/SEC43/L214.68 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying I-40/SEC43/L214.68 over Ditch in Monroe County, Arkansas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 29,000 vehicles a day, roughly 61% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,554 by 2028. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesI-40/SEC43/L214.68
CrossesDitch
Location0.9 MI West of JCT SH 49
RouteInterstate 40
CountyMonroe County
StateArkansas
Coordinates34.90794, -91.21428
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic29,000 (2019)
Projected traffic36,554 by 2028
Trucks61%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 I-40/SEC43/L214.68 over Ditch built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-40/SEC43/L214.68 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does I-40/SEC43/L214.68 over Ditch carry?

About 29,000 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 61% are trucks.

How long is I-40/SEC43/L214.68 over Ditch?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.5 m).

Who owns I-40/SEC43/L214.68 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.