US Bridges

US 65-19 Lm 6.45 over SH 1 and UPRR

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Desha County, Arkansas · 1.5 MI N SH 4 · Structure no. 000000000006446

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
882 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,100
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 65-19 Lm 6.45 over SH 1 and UPRR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 65-19 Lm 6.45 over SH 1 and UPRR in Desha County, Arkansas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 8,100 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,924 by 2028. The structure is 882 ft (268.7 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 65-19 Lm 6.45
CrossesSH 1 and UPRR
Location1.5 MI N SH 4
RouteU.S. Route 65
CountyDesha County
StateArkansas
Coordinates33.6377, -91.39145
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+10 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length882 ft (268.7 m)
Longest span76 ft (23.2 m)
Deck width73 ft (22.2 m)
Roadway width70 ft (21.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,100 (2018)
Projected traffic6,924 by 2028
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 65-19 Lm 6.45 over SH 1 and UPRR built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 65-19 Lm 6.45 over SH 1 and UPRR 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 65-19 Lm 6.45 over SH 1 and UPRR carry?

About 8,100 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US 65-19 Lm 6.45 over SH 1 and UPRR?

The structure is 882 ft (268.7 m) long with a longest span of 76 ft (23.2 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.

Who owns US 65-19 Lm 6.45 over SH 1 and UPRR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.