US Bridges

SH 117-02- Lm 8.63 over Divena Br

Good

Lawrence County, Arkansas · 2.33 MI SW JCT US 63 117 · Structure no. 0000000000M1821

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,302
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 117-02- Lm 8.63 over Divena Br is a concrete culvert carrying SH 117-02- Lm 8.63 over Divena Br in Lawrence County, Arkansas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 1,302 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 937 by 2028. The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesSH 117-02- Lm 8.63
CrossesDivena Br
Location2.33 MI SW JCT US 63 117
RouteState Highway 117
Coordinates36.09119, -91.15691
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 inspectionMarch 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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length32 ft (9.7 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 traffic1,302 (2018)
Projected traffic937 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 117-02- Lm 8.63 over Divena Br built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 117-02- Lm 8.63 over Divena Br 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SH 117-02- Lm 8.63 over Divena Br carry?

About 1,302 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH 117-02- Lm 8.63 over Divena Br?

The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SH 117-02- Lm 8.63 over Divena Br?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.