US Bridges

I 49 Ramp-Wash over Cato Springs Branch

Fair

Washington County, Arkansas · Ramp Just S of A&B6243 · Structure no. 0000000000X0861

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,513
2011 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 49 Ramp-Wash over Cato Springs Branch is a concrete culvert carrying I 49 Ramp-Wash over Cato Springs Branch in Washington County, Arkansas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger than the Arkansas average of 45.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 4,513 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,650 by 2028. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesI 49 Ramp-Wash
CrossesCato Springs Branch
LocationRamp Just S of A&B6243
RouteInterstate 49
CountyWashington County
StateArkansas
Coordinates36.03301, -94.18664
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
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 rating55 US tons
Inventory rating33 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,513 (2011)
Projected traffic1,650 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 I 49 Ramp-Wash over Cato Springs Branch built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is I 49 Ramp-Wash over Cato Springs Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.

How much traffic does I 49 Ramp-Wash over Cato Springs Branch carry?

About 4,513 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is I 49 Ramp-Wash over Cato Springs Branch?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns I 49 Ramp-Wash over Cato Springs Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.