US Bridges

SH 27 SEC.02- 5.85 over Spring Branch

Good

Howard County, Arkansas · 6.02 MI E Sevier CO Line · Structure no. 0000000000X0266

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,778
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 27 SEC.02- 5.85 over Spring Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 27 SEC.02- 5.85 over Spring Branch in Howard County, Arkansas. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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.

It carries about 1,778 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,688 by 2028. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 27 SEC.02- 5.85
CrossesSpring Branch
Location6.02 MI E Sevier CO Line
RouteState Highway 27
CountyHoward County
StateArkansas
Coordinates33.87376, -93.9243
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating55 US tons
Inventory rating33 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,778 (2018)
Projected traffic1,688 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 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 SH 27 SEC.02- 5.85 over Spring Branch built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 27 SEC.02- 5.85 over Spring Branch 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 2023.

How much traffic does SH 27 SEC.02- 5.85 over Spring Branch carry?

About 1,778 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SH 27 SEC.02- 5.85 over Spring Branch?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns SH 27 SEC.02- 5.85 over Spring Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.