US Bridges

US63 S-15 Lm 0.86 over Hudgin Branch

Fair

Cleveland County, Arkansas · .86 MI S of Jefferson CO · Structure no. 0000000000M0415

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,100
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US63 S-15 Lm 0.86 over Hudgin Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US63 S-15 Lm 0.86 over Hudgin Branch in Cleveland County, Arkansas. It was built in 1930, 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 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 4,100 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,022 by 2028. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS63 S-15 Lm 0.86
CrossesHudgin Branch
Location.86 MI S of Jefferson CO
RouteU.S. Route 63
Coordinates34.05028, -92.04128
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length33 ft (10.1 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 traffic4,100 (2018)
Projected traffic6,022 by 2028
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 US63 S-15 Lm 0.86 over Hudgin Branch built?

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

What condition is US63 S-15 Lm 0.86 over Hudgin Branch 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 US63 S-15 Lm 0.86 over Hudgin Branch carry?

About 4,100 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US63 S-15 Lm 0.86 over Hudgin Branch?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US63 S-15 Lm 0.86 over Hudgin Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.