US Bridges

C.R. 27 - C - 7.56 over Branch of Bodcaw Creek

Good

Lafayette County, Arkansas · 05 MI N JCT CO Rds 18&27 · Structure no. 000000000021489

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
60 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
766
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

C.R. 27 - C - 7.56 over Branch of Bodcaw Creek is a concrete culvert carrying C.R. 27 - C - 7.56 over Branch of Bodcaw Creek in Lafayette County, Arkansas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 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 766 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 121 by 2013. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesC.R. 27 - C - 7.56
CrossesBranch of Bodcaw Creek
Location05 MI N JCT CO Rds 18&27
RouteCounty Highway 27
CountyLafayette County
StateArkansas
Coordinates33.4658, -93.49478
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic766 (2018)
Projected traffic121 by 2013
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was C.R. 27 - C - 7.56 over Branch of Bodcaw Creek built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is C.R. 27 - C - 7.56 over Branch of Bodcaw Creek 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does C.R. 27 - C - 7.56 over Branch of Bodcaw Creek carry?

About 766 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is C.R. 27 - C - 7.56 over Branch of Bodcaw Creek?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns C.R. 27 - C - 7.56 over Branch of Bodcaw Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.