US Bridges

SH 135-05-LM 10.26 over Drainage Dtch/Lafe Crk

Fair

Greene County, Arkansas · 4.16 MI SE Clay CO Line · Structure no. 0000000000X0685

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,300
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 135-05-LM 10.26 over Drainage Dtch/Lafe Crk is a concrete culvert carrying SH 135-05-LM 10.26 over Drainage Dtch/Lafe Crk in Greene County, Arkansas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 5 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 3,300 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,149 by 2028. The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 135-05-LM 10.26
CrossesDrainage Dtch/Lafe Crk
Location4.16 MI SE Clay CO Line
RouteState Highway 135
CountyGreene County
StateArkansas
Coordinates36.20524, -90.51016
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating56 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length24 ft (7.2 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,300 (2018)
Projected traffic4,149 by 2028
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 SH 135-05-LM 10.26 over Drainage Dtch/Lafe Crk built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 135-05-LM 10.26 over Drainage Dtch/Lafe Crk 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SH 135-05-LM 10.26 over Drainage Dtch/Lafe Crk carry?

About 3,300 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SH 135-05-LM 10.26 over Drainage Dtch/Lafe Crk?

The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns SH 135-05-LM 10.26 over Drainage Dtch/Lafe Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.