US Highway 64 over Big Mulberry River
PoorPosted for loadCrawford County, Arkansas · 1 MI E JCT 215 in Mulbery · Structure no. 000000000000413
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 1961
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 346 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,810
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 64 over Big Mulberry River is a concrete arch - deck carrying US Highway 64 over Big Mulberry River in Crawford County, Arkansas. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1961, so it is 96 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,810 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,975 by 2027. The structure is 346 ft (105.5 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Highway 64 over Big Mulberry River built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1961.
What condition is US Highway 64 over Big Mulberry 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US Highway 64 over Big Mulberry River carry?
About 1,810 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 64 over Big Mulberry River?
The structure is 346 ft (105.5 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns US Highway 64 over Big Mulberry River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.