US 278 S-12LM12.01 over Beech Creek
FairBradley County, Arkansas · 12.02 MI E Calhoun CO Lin · Structure no. 0000000000A0818
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 75 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,500
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 278 S-12LM12.01 over Beech Creek is a concrete slab carrying US 278 S-12LM12.01 over Beech Creek in Bradley County, Arkansas. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 years old, older than the Arkansas average of 45.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,044 by 2028. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 278 S-12LM12.01 over Beech Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 278 S-12LM12.01 over Beech Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does US 278 S-12LM12.01 over Beech Creek carry?
About 1,500 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 278 S-12LM12.01 over Beech Creek?
The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns US 278 S-12LM12.01 over Beech Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.