US Bridges

US 82-08 Lm 2.85 over Quick Creek

Good

Ashley County, Arkansas · 2.6 MI E Union Co. Line · Structure no. 0000000000M1524

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1996
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,600
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 82-08 Lm 2.85 over Quick Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 82-08 Lm 2.85 over Quick Creek in Ashley County, Arkansas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 95 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 2,600 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,042 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 82-08 Lm 2.85
CrossesQuick Creek
Location2.6 MI E Union Co. Line
RouteU.S. Route 82
Coordinates33.15288, -92.0642
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.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating46 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
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 traffic2,600 (2018)
Projected traffic3,042 by 2028
Trucks30%
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 82-08 Lm 2.85 over Quick Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.

What condition is US 82-08 Lm 2.85 over Quick Creek 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does US 82-08 Lm 2.85 over Quick Creek carry?

About 2,600 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.

How long is US 82-08 Lm 2.85 over Quick Creek?

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

Who owns US 82-08 Lm 2.85 over Quick Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.