US278 S-8LM17.9WB over US 79/79B Mn Lns
GoodOuachita County, Arkansas · JCT US 278 over US 79/79B · Structure no. 0000000000A6500
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 209 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,000
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US278 S-8LM17.9WB over US 79/79B Mn Lns is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US278 S-8LM17.9WB over US 79/79B Mn Lns in Ouachita County, Arkansas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 5,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,443 by 2028. The structure is 209 ft (63.7 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US278 S-8LM17.9WB over US 79/79B Mn Lns built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is US278 S-8LM17.9WB over US 79/79B Mn Lns 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US278 S-8LM17.9WB over US 79/79B Mn Lns carry?
About 5,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US278 S-8LM17.9WB over US 79/79B Mn Lns?
The structure is 209 ft (63.7 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns US278 S-8LM17.9WB over US 79/79B Mn Lns?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.