US Bridges

Columbia Pl Lowell over Branch

Good

Benton County, Arkansas · 0.1M S JCT W Robinson Ave · Structure no. 000000000023725

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,275
2018 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Columbia Pl Lowell over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Columbia Pl Lowell over Branch in Benton County, Arkansas. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 1,275 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 125 by 2034. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 100 mi (161 km).

CarriesColumbia Pl Lowell
CrossesBranch
Location0.1M S JCT W Robinson Ave
RouteCity Street 12430
Coordinates36.25985, -94.14057
Functional classUrban Local

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 inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48 US tons
Inventory rating28 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 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 traffic1,275 (2018)
Projected traffic125 by 2034
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed100 mi (161 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Columbia Pl Lowell over Branch built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is Columbia Pl Lowell over Branch 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 2024.

How much traffic does Columbia Pl Lowell over Branch carry?

About 1,275 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Columbia Pl Lowell over Branch?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Columbia Pl Lowell over Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.