US Bridges

US 165-05 Lm 18.15 over Point Deluce Bayou

Good

Arkansas County, Arkansas · 0.9 MI S SH 276-DEWITT · Structure no. 0000000000M0016

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1992
Condition
Good
inspected March 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,700
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 165-05 Lm 18.15 over Point Deluce Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying US 165-05 Lm 18.15 over Point Deluce Bayou in Arkansas County, Arkansas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 90 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,700 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,285 by 2028. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 124.3 mi (200 km).

CarriesUS 165-05 Lm 18.15
CrossesPoint Deluce Bayou
Location0.9 MI S SH 276-DEWITT
RouteU.S. Route 165
Coordinates34.22576, -91.34334
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46 US tons
Inventory rating28 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 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 traffic2,700 (2018)
Projected traffic3,285 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed124.3 mi (200 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 US 165-05 Lm 18.15 over Point Deluce Bayou built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.

What condition is US 165-05 Lm 18.15 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 March 2022.

How much traffic does US 165-05 Lm 18.15 over Point Deluce Bayou carry?

About 2,700 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 165-05 Lm 18.15 over Point Deluce Bayou?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 165-05 Lm 18.15 over Point Deluce Bayou?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.