US Bridges

SH 293-00 Lm 2.48 over Branch Creek

Good

Lincoln County, Arkansas · 2.48 MI E US425-STAR City · Structure no. 0000000000X0794

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
550
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 293-00 Lm 2.48 over Branch Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 293-00 Lm 2.48 over Branch Creek in Lincoln County, Arkansas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 550 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 770 by 2028. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesSH 293-00 Lm 2.48
CrossesBranch Creek
Location2.48 MI E US425-STAR City
RouteState Highway 293
Coordinates33.91951, -91.80289
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 inspectionOctober 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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating33 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length37 ft (11.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic550 (2018)
Projected traffic770 by 2028
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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 293-00 Lm 2.48 over Branch Creek built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 293-00 Lm 2.48 over Branch Creek 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does SH 293-00 Lm 2.48 over Branch Creek carry?

About 550 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SH 293-00 Lm 2.48 over Branch Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).

Who owns SH 293-00 Lm 2.48 over Branch Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.