US Bridges

US 278-01S Lm 5.11 over Arkansas Midland RR

Good

Drew County, Arkansas · 0.5 MI SW SH35-MONTICELLO · Structure no. 000000000007180

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
207 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 278-01S Lm 5.11 over Arkansas Midland RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 278-01S Lm 5.11 over Arkansas Midland RR in Drew County, Arkansas. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 10 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,200 by 2031. The structure is 207 ft (63.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 278-01S Lm 5.11
CrossesArkansas Midland RR
Location0.5 MI SW SH35-MONTICELLO
RouteU.S. Route 278
CountyDrew County
StateArkansas
Coordinates33.595, -91.72467
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable 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
Design loadHL 93
Structure length207 ft (63.1 m)
Longest span83 ft (25.3 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10 (2017)
Projected traffic5,200 by 2031
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 US 278-01S Lm 5.11 over Arkansas Midland RR built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 278-01S Lm 5.11 over Arkansas Midland RR 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does US 278-01S Lm 5.11 over Arkansas Midland RR carry?

About 10 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 278-01S Lm 5.11 over Arkansas Midland RR?

The structure is 207 ft (63.1 m) long with a longest span of 83 ft (25.3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns US 278-01S Lm 5.11 over Arkansas Midland RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.