US Bridges

SH-145/SEC-3/L2.74 over Ditch

Good

Woodruff County, Arkansas · 2.53 MI East of JCT SH 37 · Structure no. 0000000000X0024

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
140
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH-145/SEC-3/L2.74 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SH-145/SEC-3/L2.74 over Ditch in Woodruff County, Arkansas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 140 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 103 by 2028. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesSH-145/SEC-3/L2.74
CrossesDitch
Location2.53 MI East of JCT SH 37
RouteState Highway 145
CountyWoodruff County
StateArkansas
Coordinates35.3404, -91.10616
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionMarch 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 rating32 US tons
Inventory rating19 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length21 ft (6.3 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 traffic140 (2018)
Projected traffic103 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 SH-145/SEC-3/L2.74 over Ditch built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH-145/SEC-3/L2.74 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SH-145/SEC-3/L2.74 over Ditch carry?

About 140 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH-145/SEC-3/L2.74 over Ditch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SH-145/SEC-3/L2.74 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.