US Bridges

U.S.82SEC.02-11.86 over Tatum Branch

Fair

Lafayette County, Arkansas · 12.00 Mi. E. of Miller CO · Structure no. 0000000000X1094

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,700
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S.82SEC.02-11.86 over Tatum Branch is a concrete culvert carrying U.S.82SEC.02-11.86 over Tatum Branch in Lafayette County, Arkansas. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 years old, younger 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 5,700 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,800 by 2032. The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S.82SEC.02-11.86
CrossesTatum Branch
Location12.00 Mi. E. of Miller CO
RouteU.S. Route 82
CountyLafayette County
StateArkansas
Coordinates33.36571, -93.50161
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2023
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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length38 ft (11.5 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,700 (2018)
Projected traffic7,800 by 2032
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 U.S.82SEC.02-11.86 over Tatum Branch built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S.82SEC.02-11.86 over Tatum Branch 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does U.S.82SEC.02-11.86 over Tatum Branch carry?

About 5,700 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is U.S.82SEC.02-11.86 over Tatum Branch?

The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns U.S.82SEC.02-11.86 over Tatum Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.