SH 327 Newton over Dry Branch
GoodNewton County, Arkansas · 1.5 MI SW of Jasper · Structure no. 0000000000X0364
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 642
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 327 Newton over Dry Branch is a steel culvert carrying SH 327 Newton over Dry Branch in Newton County, Arkansas. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, older 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 642 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 997 by 2028. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 327 Newton over Dry Branch built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 327 Newton over Dry 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does SH 327 Newton over Dry Branch carry?
About 642 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SH 327 Newton over Dry Branch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns SH 327 Newton over Dry Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.