US Bridges

Lafargue Rd-Cr 72 over Point Deluce Bayou

GoodPosted for load

Arkansas County, Arkansas · 0.2 MI E US 165-DEWITT · Structure no. 000000000020862

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Other
Steel
Length
85 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
55
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lafargue Rd-Cr 72 over Point Deluce Bayou is a steel other carrying Lafargue Rd-Cr 72 over Point Deluce Bayou in Arkansas County, Arkansas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 55 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 46 by 2007. The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesLafargue Rd-Cr 72
CrossesPoint Deluce Bayou
Location0.2 MI E US 165-DEWITT
RouteCounty Highway 72
Coordinates34.20917, -91.33943
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating22 US tons
Inventory rating13 US tons

Structure

Structure typeOther
MaterialSteel
DeckSteel plate
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length85 ft (25.9 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width18 ft (5.6 m)
Roadway width18 ft (5.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic55 (2018)
Projected traffic46 by 2007
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$76,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Lafargue Rd-Cr 72 over Point Deluce Bayou built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lafargue Rd-Cr 72 over Point Deluce Bayou 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Lafargue Rd-Cr 72 over Point Deluce Bayou carry?

About 55 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Lafargue Rd-Cr 72 over Point Deluce Bayou?

The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.

Who owns Lafargue Rd-Cr 72 over Point Deluce Bayou?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.