US Bridges

SH 463-02- Lm 1.02 over Ditch

Fair

Poinsett County, Arkansas · 1.0 M N of SH 69 · Structure no. 0000000000M1139

Built
1937
88 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,586
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 463-02- Lm 1.02 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 463-02- Lm 1.02 over Ditch in Poinsett County, Arkansas. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 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 3,586 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,719 by 2028. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 463-02- Lm 1.02
CrossesDitch
Location1.0 M N of SH 69
RouteState Highway 463
CountyPoinsett County
StateArkansas
Coordinates35.6931, -90.53384
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal 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 spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,586 (2018)
Projected traffic4,719 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.3 mi (31 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 463-02- Lm 1.02 over Ditch built?

It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 463-02- Lm 1.02 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does SH 463-02- Lm 1.02 over Ditch carry?

About 3,586 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH 463-02- Lm 1.02 over Ditch?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).

Who owns SH 463-02- Lm 1.02 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.