US Bridges

State Highway 59 over Chatman Branch

Good

Crawford County, Arkansas · 3.3 Mi. N SH 220 · Structure no. 0000000000X1460

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,006
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

State Highway 59 over Chatman Branch is a concrete culvert carrying State Highway 59 over Chatman Branch in Crawford County, Arkansas. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 1,006 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,400 by 2036. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

CarriesState Highway 59
CrossesChatman Branch
Location3.3 Mi. N SH 220
RouteState Highway 59
Coordinates35.64788, -94.39459
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating42 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length37 ft (11.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,006 (2018)
Projected traffic2,400 by 2036
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.9 mi (40 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was State Highway 59 over Chatman Branch built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is State Highway 59 over Chatman Branch 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does State Highway 59 over Chatman Branch carry?

About 1,006 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is State Highway 59 over Chatman Branch?

The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns State Highway 59 over Chatman Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.