US Bridges

S.H.160 -00-4.96 over May Branch

Good

Miller County, Arkansas · 4.85 MI E Texas Line · Structure no. 0000000000X0622

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,200
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H.160 -00-4.96 over May Branch is a concrete culvert carrying S.H.160 -00-4.96 over May Branch in Miller County, Arkansas. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 1,200 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,130 by 2028. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesS.H.160 -00-4.96
CrossesMay Branch
Location4.85 MI E Texas Line
RouteState Highway 160
CountyMiller County
StateArkansas
Coordinates33.11015, -93.97636
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating35.1 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,200 (2018)
Projected traffic1,130 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 S.H.160 -00-4.96 over May Branch built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H.160 -00-4.96 over May Branch 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does S.H.160 -00-4.96 over May Branch carry?

About 1,200 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is S.H.160 -00-4.96 over May Branch?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns S.H.160 -00-4.96 over May Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.