US 62-20- Lm 2.58 over Black River
PoorClay County, Arkansas · 2.58 MI E US 67 · Structure no. 000000000003023
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 719 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,200
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 62-20- Lm 2.58 over Black River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 62-20- Lm 2.58 over Black River in Clay County, Arkansas. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 years old, older than the Arkansas average of 45.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 4,200 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,824 by 2028. The structure is 719 ft (219.2 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 62.8 mi (101 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 62-20- Lm 2.58 over Black River built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 62-20- Lm 2.58 over Black River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does US 62-20- Lm 2.58 over Black River carry?
About 4,200 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 62-20- Lm 2.58 over Black River?
The structure is 719 ft (219.2 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns US 62-20- Lm 2.58 over Black River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.