US Bridges

US Highway 62 over Ditch-Washington Co.

Fair

Washington County, Arkansas · 1.1 MI East of S Mock ST · Structure no. 0000000000X1426

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,644
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US Highway 62 over Ditch-Washington Co. is a concrete culvert carrying US Highway 62 over Ditch-Washington Co. in Washington County, Arkansas. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 6 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 8,644 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,660 by 2030. The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long.

Location

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CarriesUS Highway 62
CrossesDitch-Washington Co.
Location1.1 MI East of S Mock ST
RouteU.S. Route 62
CountyWashington County
StateArkansas
Coordinates35.96472, -94.30028
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.7 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 traffic8,644 (2018)
Projected traffic16,660 by 2030
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US Highway 62 over Ditch-Washington Co. built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.

What condition is US Highway 62 over Ditch-Washington Co. 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 US Highway 62 over Ditch-Washington Co. carry?

About 8,644 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US Highway 62 over Ditch-Washington Co.?

The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns US Highway 62 over Ditch-Washington Co.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.