US Bridges

US 65-15 Lm 15.40 over Wagon Bayou

Good

Jefferson County, Arkansas · 1.21 MI N Lincoln Co-Tamo · Structure no. 0000000000X1090

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
60 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
6,785
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 65-15 Lm 15.40 over Wagon Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying US 65-15 Lm 15.40 over Wagon Bayou in Jefferson County, Arkansas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 6,785 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,107 by 2028. The structure is 60 ft (18.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesUS 65-15 Lm 15.40
CrossesWagon Bayou
Location1.21 MI N Lincoln Co-Tamo
RouteU.S. Route 65
Coordinates34.10334, -91.74486
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadH 20
Structure length60 ft (18.2 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,785 (2018)
Projected traffic8,107 by 2028
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 65-15 Lm 15.40 over Wagon Bayou built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 65-15 Lm 15.40 over Wagon Bayou 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does US 65-15 Lm 15.40 over Wagon Bayou carry?

About 6,785 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is US 65-15 Lm 15.40 over Wagon Bayou?

The structure is 60 ft (18.2 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns US 65-15 Lm 15.40 over Wagon Bayou?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.