Arkansas HWY 32 over Millwood Dam Spillway
PoorLittle River County, Arkansas · 11.3 KM E of Ashdown Ar · Structure no. AHTD000000M3842
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 624 ft
- 13 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,800
- 2019 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Corps of Engineers (Civil)
About this bridge
Arkansas HWY 32 over Millwood Dam Spillway is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Arkansas HWY 32 over Millwood Dam Spillway in Little River County, Arkansas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older than the Arkansas average of 45.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 1,800 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,100 by 2039. The structure is 624 ft (190.1 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 54.7 mi (88 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Arkansas HWY 32 over Millwood Dam Spillway built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Arkansas HWY 32 over Millwood Dam Spillway in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.
How much traffic does Arkansas HWY 32 over Millwood Dam Spillway carry?
About 1,800 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is Arkansas HWY 32 over Millwood Dam Spillway?
The structure is 624 ft (190.1 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.5 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Arkansas HWY 32 over Millwood Dam Spillway?
It is owned by the Corps of Engineers (Civil).