US Bridges

SH 53-SEC 05-26.26 over Branch of Keoun Crk

Good

Lafayette County, Arkansas · 1.2 MI So JCT SH 160 · Structure no. 0000000000X0560

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,543
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 53-SEC 05-26.26 over Branch of Keoun Crk is a concrete culvert carrying SH 53-SEC 05-26.26 over Branch of Keoun Crk in Lafayette County, Arkansas. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 1,543 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,415 by 2028. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 53-SEC 05-26.26
CrossesBranch of Keoun Crk
Location1.2 MI So JCT SH 160
RouteState Highway 53
CountyLafayette County
StateArkansas
Coordinates33.02931, -93.49719
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 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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating39 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 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 traffic1,543 (2018)
Projected traffic2,415 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 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 53-SEC 05-26.26 over Branch of Keoun Crk built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 53-SEC 05-26.26 over Branch of Keoun Crk 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 SH 53-SEC 05-26.26 over Branch of Keoun Crk carry?

About 1,543 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH 53-SEC 05-26.26 over Branch of Keoun Crk?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SH 53-SEC 05-26.26 over Branch of Keoun Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.