US Bridges

US 63-06- Lm 2.24 over Gum Slough Relief

Good

Craighead County, Arkansas · 2.24MI SW Green CO Line · Structure no. 0000000000X1116

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
53 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
12,699
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 63-06- Lm 2.24 over Gum Slough Relief is a concrete culvert carrying US 63-06- Lm 2.24 over Gum Slough Relief in Craighead County, Arkansas. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 12,699 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,420 by 2028. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS 63-06- Lm 2.24
CrossesGum Slough Relief
Location2.24MI SW Green CO Line
RouteU.S. Route 63
Coordinates35.94435, -90.82027
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadH 20
Structure length53 ft (16.2 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 traffic12,699 (2018)
Projected traffic13,420 by 2028
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 63-06- Lm 2.24 over Gum Slough Relief built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 63-06- Lm 2.24 over Gum Slough Relief 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 63-06- Lm 2.24 over Gum Slough Relief carry?

About 12,699 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is US 63-06- Lm 2.24 over Gum Slough Relief?

The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 63-06- Lm 2.24 over Gum Slough Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.