US Bridges

SH 83-02 Lm 2.76 over Lower Cut-Off Creek

FairPosted for load

Drew County, Arkansas · 2.76 MI N US 278-ROSEHILL · Structure no. 0000000000M1539

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
60 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,149
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 83-02 Lm 2.76 over Lower Cut-Off Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 83-02 Lm 2.76 over Lower Cut-Off Creek in Drew County, Arkansas. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 years old, older than the Arkansas average of 45.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,149 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,086 by 2028. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).

CarriesSH 83-02 Lm 2.76
CrossesLower Cut-Off Creek
Location2.76 MI N US 278-ROSEHILL
RouteState Highway 83
Coordinates33.66575, -91.78258
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating19 US tons
Inventory rating11 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span29 ft (8.8 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,149 (2018)
Projected traffic1,086 by 2028
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed28 mi (45 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$279,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 83-02 Lm 2.76 over Lower Cut-Off Creek built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 83-02 Lm 2.76 over Lower Cut-Off Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does SH 83-02 Lm 2.76 over Lower Cut-Off Creek carry?

About 1,149 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is SH 83-02 Lm 2.76 over Lower Cut-Off Creek?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns SH 83-02 Lm 2.76 over Lower Cut-Off Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.