US Bridges

SH-1/SEC12/L6.88 over Drainage Ditch

Good

St. Francis County, Arkansas · 6.08 MI No of JCT US 70 · Structure no. 0000000000M0035

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 1967
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,900
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH-1/SEC12/L6.88 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SH-1/SEC12/L6.88 over Drainage Ditch in St. Francis County, Arkansas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1967, so it is 91 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 8,900 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,164 by 2028. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesSH-1/SEC12/L6.88
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location6.08 MI No of JCT US 70
RouteState Highway 1
Coordinates35.08806, -90.81318
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionJuly 2024
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 spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,900 (2018)
Projected traffic10,164 by 2028
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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-1/SEC12/L6.88 over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1967.

What condition is SH-1/SEC12/L6.88 over Drainage 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SH-1/SEC12/L6.88 over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 8,900 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SH-1/SEC12/L6.88 over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns SH-1/SEC12/L6.88 over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.