US Bridges

SH 359 over Possum Branch

Good

Johnson County, Arkansas · 2.4 M E JCT US 64 & 194 · Structure no. 0000000000X0148

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
999
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 359 over Possum Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 359 over Possum Branch in Johnson County, Arkansas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 999 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,338 by 2028. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesSH 359
CrossesPossum Branch
Location2.4 M E JCT US 64 & 194
RouteState Highway 359
Coordinates35.44828, -93.34829
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 inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating35.1 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length39 ft (11.9 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 traffic999 (2018)
Projected traffic1,338 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 359 over Possum Branch built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 359 over Possum 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does SH 359 over Possum Branch carry?

About 999 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH 359 over Possum Branch?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns SH 359 over Possum Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.