US Bridges

S.H.73 - 02 -11.98 over Black Bois Darc Relief

Good

Hempstead County, Arkansas · 2.25 N W Jct. S 473 & S H · Structure no. 0000000000X0906

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,388
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H.73 - 02 -11.98 over Black Bois Darc Relief is a concrete culvert carrying S.H.73 - 02 -11.98 over Black Bois Darc Relief in Hempstead County, Arkansas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,388 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,121 by 2028. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesS.H.73 - 02 -11.98
CrossesBlack Bois Darc Relief
Location2.25 N W Jct. S 473 & S H
RouteState Highway 73
Coordinates33.69543, -93.67499
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.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal 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 spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,388 (2018)
Projected traffic2,121 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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 S.H.73 - 02 -11.98 over Black Bois Darc Relief built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H.73 - 02 -11.98 over Black Bois Darc Relief 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does S.H.73 - 02 -11.98 over Black Bois Darc Relief carry?

About 1,388 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is S.H.73 - 02 -11.98 over Black Bois Darc Relief?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns S.H.73 - 02 -11.98 over Black Bois Darc Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.