US Bridges

US 165-04 Lm 6.0 over Atkins Slough

Good

Desha County, Arkansas · 1.1 MI W of Back Gate · Structure no. 0000000000X0978

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,700
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 165-04 Lm 6.0 over Atkins Slough is a concrete culvert carrying US 165-04 Lm 6.0 over Atkins Slough in Desha County, Arkansas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 2,700 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,231 by 2028. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 41 mi (66 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 165-04 Lm 6.0
CrossesAtkins Slough
Location1.1 MI W of Back Gate
RouteU.S. Route 165
CountyDesha County
StateArkansas
Coordinates33.92115, -91.40601
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
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 rating34 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,700 (2018)
Projected traffic3,231 by 2028
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed41 mi (66 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 165-04 Lm 6.0 over Atkins Slough built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 165-04 Lm 6.0 over Atkins Slough 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 165-04 Lm 6.0 over Atkins Slough carry?

About 2,700 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 165-04 Lm 6.0 over Atkins Slough?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns US 165-04 Lm 6.0 over Atkins Slough?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.