US Bridges

Old HWY 310 over Cadron Branch

FairPosted for load

Faulkner County, Arkansas · 1.3 W SH 107 · Structure no. 0000000000M3648

Built
1950
75 years old, rebuilt 1976
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
43 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
680
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Old HWY 310 over Cadron Branch is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Old HWY 310 over Cadron Branch in Faulkner County, Arkansas. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1976, so it is 75 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 680 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 943 by 2028. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesOld HWY 310
CrossesCadron Branch
Location1.3 W SH 107
RouteCounty Highway 310
CountyFaulkner County
StateArkansas
Coordinates35.18855, -92.22151
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating29 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 10
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic680 (2018)
Projected traffic943 by 2028
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$49,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Old HWY 310 over Cadron Branch built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1976.

What condition is Old HWY 310 over Cadron Branch 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Old HWY 310 over Cadron Branch carry?

About 680 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Old HWY 310 over Cadron Branch?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Old HWY 310 over Cadron Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.