US 65 over Ditch
GoodVan Buren County, Arkansas · 3.3 MI N Damascus · Structure no. 0000000000M1192
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 2005
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,900
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 65 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 65 over Ditch in Van Buren County, Arkansas. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 2005, so it is 96 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 7,900 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,639 by 2028. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 65 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2005.
What condition is US 65 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US 65 over Ditch carry?
About 7,900 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 65 over Ditch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 65 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.