South 70th Street over Ditch City of Ft. Smith
GoodSebastian County, Arkansas · 550 N of Phoenix Ave · Structure no. 000000000021777
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,800
- 2018 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
South 70th Street over Ditch City of Ft. Smith is a concrete culvert carrying South 70th Street over Ditch City of Ft. Smith in Sebastian County, Arkansas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 3,800 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,061 by 2007. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was South 70th Street over Ditch City of Ft. Smith built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is South 70th Street over Ditch City of Ft. Smith 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 2024.
How much traffic does South 70th Street over Ditch City of Ft. Smith carry?
About 3,800 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is South 70th Street over Ditch City of Ft. Smith?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns South 70th Street over Ditch City of Ft. Smith?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.