US Bridges

SH 103 Newton over Branch

Good

Newton County, Arkansas · 4.78 MI N SH 43 · Structure no. 0000000000X0958

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
41 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
270
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 103 Newton over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 103 Newton over Branch in Newton County, Arkansas. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 270 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 249 by 2028. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).

CarriesSH 103 Newton
CrossesBranch
Location4.78 MI N SH 43
RouteState Highway 103
Coordinates36.09867, -93.41152
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 inspectionFebruary 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic270 (2018)
Projected traffic249 by 2028
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.2 mi (39 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 103 Newton over Branch built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 103 Newton over 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does SH 103 Newton over Branch carry?

About 270 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is SH 103 Newton over Branch?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns SH 103 Newton over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.