US Bridges

US 65 Searcy over Ditch

Good

Searcy County, Arkansas · 2.4 MI North of JCT SH 74 · Structure no. 0000000000M1187

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,700
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 65 Searcy over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 65 Searcy over Ditch in Searcy County, Arkansas. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 4,700 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,032 by 2028. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

CarriesUS 65 Searcy
CrossesDitch
Location2.4 MI North of JCT SH 74
RouteU.S. Route 65
Coordinates35.94205, -92.72182
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 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 rating39 US tons
Inventory rating24 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 traffic4,700 (2018)
Projected traffic5,032 by 2028
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.3 mi (60 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 US 65 Searcy over Ditch built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 65 Searcy 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 65 Searcy over Ditch carry?

About 4,700 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is US 65 Searcy over Ditch?

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

Who owns US 65 Searcy over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.