US Bridges

US 278- 03 - 3.39 over Howard Crk/Thmpsn Brnch

Fair

Howard County, Arkansas · 3.25 MI SE of Dierks · Structure no. 0000000000X0848

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,892
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 278- 03 - 3.39 over Howard Crk/Thmpsn Brnch is a concrete culvert carrying US 278- 03 - 3.39 over Howard Crk/Thmpsn Brnch in Howard County, Arkansas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 1,892 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,809 by 2028. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 278- 03 - 3.39
CrossesHoward Crk/Thmpsn Brnch
Location3.25 MI SE of Dierks
RouteU.S. Route 278
CountyHoward County
StateArkansas
Coordinates34.10704, -93.97144
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 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 traffic1,892 (2018)
Projected traffic1,809 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.7 mi (51 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 US 278- 03 - 3.39 over Howard Crk/Thmpsn Brnch built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 278- 03 - 3.39 over Howard Crk/Thmpsn Brnch 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 278- 03 - 3.39 over Howard Crk/Thmpsn Brnch carry?

About 1,892 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 278- 03 - 3.39 over Howard Crk/Thmpsn Brnch?

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

Who owns US 278- 03 - 3.39 over Howard Crk/Thmpsn Brnch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.