US Bridges

SH 374 Newton over Ditch

Good

Newton County, Arkansas · 5.14 Miles East of the Jc · Structure no. 0000000000X0790

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
275
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 374 Newton over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 374 Newton over Ditch in Newton County, Arkansas. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger 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 275 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 461 by 2040. The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesSH 374 Newton
CrossesDitch
Location5.14 Miles East of the Jc
RouteState Highway 374
Coordinates35.93976, -93.10163
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length37 ft (11.2 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic275 (2018)
Projected traffic461 by 2040
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 SH 374 Newton over Ditch built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 374 Newton 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does SH 374 Newton over Ditch carry?

About 275 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH 374 Newton over Ditch?

The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns SH 374 Newton over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.