US Bridges

Ar HWY 230 over Double Branch

Good

Independence County, Arkansas · SH 230/ Independence Coun · Structure no. 0000000000X1705

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
52 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,600
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ar HWY 230 over Double Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Ar HWY 230 over Double Branch in Independence County, Arkansas. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,600 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,800 by 2042. The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesAr HWY 230
CrossesDouble Branch
LocationSH 230/ Independence Coun
RouteState Highway 230
CountyIndependence County
StateArkansas
Coordinates35.69616, -91.64127
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.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating83 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length52 ft (15.9 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,600 (2022)
Projected traffic1,800 by 2042
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Ar HWY 230 over Double Branch built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ar HWY 230 over Double 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Ar HWY 230 over Double Branch carry?

About 1,600 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Ar HWY 230 over Double Branch?

The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns Ar HWY 230 over Double Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.