US Bridges

US 278-15 Lm 11.96 over Whittaker Creek

Good

Drew County, Arkansas · 2.6 MI W SH 293-SELMA · Structure no. 0000000000X1356

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,300
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 278-15 Lm 11.96 over Whittaker Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 278-15 Lm 11.96 over Whittaker Creek in Drew County, Arkansas. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,300 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,371 by 2028. The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesUS 278-15 Lm 11.96
CrossesWhittaker Creek
Location2.6 MI W SH 293-SELMA
RouteU.S. Route 278
Coordinates33.66602, -91.60938
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length44 ft (13.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,300 (2018)
Projected traffic2,371 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 278-15 Lm 11.96 over Whittaker Creek built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 278-15 Lm 11.96 over Whittaker Creek 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US 278-15 Lm 11.96 over Whittaker Creek carry?

About 2,300 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 278-15 Lm 11.96 over Whittaker Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 278-15 Lm 11.96 over Whittaker Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.