US Bridges

US 62-19- Lm 8.82 over Ditch

Good

Randolph County, Arkansas · 3.81 M W of US 67 · Structure no. 0000000000M1125

Built
1939
86 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,194
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 62-19- Lm 8.82 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 62-19- Lm 8.82 over Ditch in Randolph County, Arkansas. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 5,194 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,056 by 2028. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

CarriesUS 62-19- Lm 8.82
CrossesDitch
Location3.81 M W of US 67
RouteU.S. Route 62
Coordinates36.25876, -91.03552
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionJune 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 rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating30 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,194 (2018)
Projected traffic5,056 by 2028
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 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 62-19- Lm 8.82 over Ditch built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 62-19- Lm 8.82 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does US 62-19- Lm 8.82 over Ditch carry?

About 5,194 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 62-19- Lm 8.82 over Ditch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 62-19- Lm 8.82 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.