US Bridges

SH-38/SEC-2/L3.08 over Ditch

Good

Woodruff County, Arkansas · 3.08 MI E JCT SH 33&38 · Structure no. 0000000000X1665

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
108 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
740
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH-38/SEC-2/L3.08 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SH-38/SEC-2/L3.08 over Ditch in Woodruff County, Arkansas. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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 740 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 855 by 2028. The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesSH-38/SEC-2/L3.08
CrossesDitch
Location3.08 MI E JCT SH 33&38
RouteState Highway 38
CountyWoodruff County
StateArkansas
Coordinates35.00651, -91.33233
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans8
Design loadHL 93
Structure length108 ft (32.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic740 (2018)
Projected traffic855 by 2028
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 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-38/SEC-2/L3.08 over Ditch built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH-38/SEC-2/L3.08 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 2022.

How much traffic does SH-38/SEC-2/L3.08 over Ditch carry?

About 740 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is SH-38/SEC-2/L3.08 over Ditch?

The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns SH-38/SEC-2/L3.08 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.