US Bridges

US 82 SEC.02-16.77 over Dortcheat Rlf

Fair

Lafayette County, Arkansas · 1.25 MI E of Stamps Ark · Structure no. 0000000000M1509

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,100
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 82 SEC.02-16.77 over Dortcheat Rlf is a concrete culvert carrying US 82 SEC.02-16.77 over Dortcheat Rlf in Lafayette County, Arkansas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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 5,100 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,433 by 2028. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 82 SEC.02-16.77
CrossesDortcheat Rlf
Location1.25 MI E of Stamps Ark
RouteU.S. Route 82
CountyLafayette County
StateArkansas
Coordinates33.35898, -93.41803
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionJanuary 2025
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,100 (2018)
Projected traffic5,433 by 2028
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.1 mi (34 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 82 SEC.02-16.77 over Dortcheat Rlf built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 82 SEC.02-16.77 over Dortcheat Rlf 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does US 82 SEC.02-16.77 over Dortcheat Rlf carry?

About 5,100 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US 82 SEC.02-16.77 over Dortcheat Rlf?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 82 SEC.02-16.77 over Dortcheat Rlf?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.