US Bridges

HWY 23 - Franklin over Branch of Mulberry River

Fair

Franklin County, Arkansas · 1.3 MI S. Mulberry River · Structure no. 0000000000X1135

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,700
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY 23 - Franklin over Branch of Mulberry River is a concrete culvert carrying HWY 23 - Franklin over Branch of Mulberry River in Franklin 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,700 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,542 by 2028. The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY 23 - Franklin
CrossesBranch of Mulberry River
Location1.3 MI S. Mulberry River
RouteState Highway 23
CountyFranklin County
StateArkansas
Coordinates35.65225, -93.83359
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length40 ft (12.1 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,700 (2018)
Projected traffic2,542 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 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 HWY 23 - Franklin over Branch of Mulberry River built?

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

What condition is HWY 23 - Franklin over Branch of Mulberry River 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does HWY 23 - Franklin over Branch of Mulberry River carry?

About 1,700 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is HWY 23 - Franklin over Branch of Mulberry River?

The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.7 m).

Who owns HWY 23 - Franklin over Branch of Mulberry River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.