US Bridges

U S 412 Madison over Branch

Fair

Madison County, Arkansas · 5.7 M E Washington CO · Structure no. 0000000000X1389

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,994
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U S 412 Madison over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying U S 412 Madison over Branch in Madison County, Arkansas. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 10,994 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,750 by 2030. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesU S 412 Madison
CrossesBranch
Location5.7 M E Washington CO
RouteU.S. Route 412
Coordinates36.12856, -93.84439
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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46 US tons
Inventory rating28 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,994 (2018)
Projected traffic16,750 by 2030
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U S 412 Madison over Branch built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.

What condition is U S 412 Madison over 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does U S 412 Madison over Branch carry?

About 10,994 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is U S 412 Madison over Branch?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns U S 412 Madison over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.