US Bridges

SH-1/SEC-11/L-3.80 over Ditch

Good

St. Francis County, Arkansas · 0.5 MI North of JCT SH 1B · Structure no. 0000000000X1169

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,101
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH-1/SEC-11/L-3.80 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SH-1/SEC-11/L-3.80 over Ditch in St. Francis County, Arkansas. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 2,101 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,057 by 2028. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long.

CarriesSH-1/SEC-11/L-3.80
CrossesDitch
Location0.5 MI North of JCT SH 1B
RouteState Highway 1
Coordinates34.95644, -90.79331
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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.1 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck99 ft (30.2 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,101 (2018)
Projected traffic2,057 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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/SEC-11/L-3.80 over Ditch built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH-1/SEC-11/L-3.80 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does SH-1/SEC-11/L-3.80 over Ditch carry?

About 2,101 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH-1/SEC-11/L-3.80 over Ditch?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns SH-1/SEC-11/L-3.80 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.