Watalula RD over W Gary Branch-Frank Co.
GoodPosted for loadFranklin County, Arkansas · 0.4 M W of Watalulu · Structure no. 000000000013098
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 815
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Watalula RD over W Gary Branch-Frank Co. is a concrete continuous slab carrying Watalula RD over W Gary Branch-Frank Co. in Franklin County, Arkansas. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 815 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 120 by 2007. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Watalula RD over W Gary Branch-Frank Co. built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is Watalula RD over W Gary Branch-Frank Co. 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 Watalula RD over W Gary Branch-Frank Co. carry?
About 815 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Watalula RD over W Gary Branch-Frank Co.?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Watalula RD over W Gary Branch-Frank Co.?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.