US Bridges

US-412 over Kellow Canal

Good

Lawrence County, Arkansas · 4.6 MI West Greene Co. · Structure no. 0000000000X1602

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,900
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-412 over Kellow Canal is a concrete culvert carrying US-412 over Kellow Canal in Lawrence County, Arkansas. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,900 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,600 by 2038. The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesUS-412
CrossesKellow Canal
Location4.6 MI West Greene Co.
RouteU.S. Route 412
Coordinates36.07268, -90.90584
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length43 ft (13.2 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 traffic3,900 (2018)
Projected traffic4,600 by 2038
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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-412 over Kellow Canal built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-412 over Kellow Canal 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does US-412 over Kellow Canal carry?

About 3,900 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is US-412 over Kellow Canal?

The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US-412 over Kellow Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.