US Bridges

US278 S-8 Lm 15.87 over Wadleigh Br (berg Lake )

Fair

Ouachita County, Arkansas · JCT SH 278B · Structure no. 0000000000M0085

Built
1928
97 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,184
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US278 S-8 Lm 15.87 over Wadleigh Br (berg Lake ) is a concrete culvert carrying US278 S-8 Lm 15.87 over Wadleigh Br (berg Lake ) in Ouachita County, Arkansas. It was built in 1928, so it is 97 years old, older 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 5 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 5,184 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,125 by 2028. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesUS278 S-8 Lm 15.87
CrossesWadleigh Br (berg Lake )
LocationJCT SH 278B
RouteU.S. Route 278
CountyOuachita County
StateArkansas
Coordinates33.5861, -92.86777
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating29 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,184 (2018)
Projected traffic4,125 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 US278 S-8 Lm 15.87 over Wadleigh Br (berg Lake ) built?

It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025.

What condition is US278 S-8 Lm 15.87 over Wadleigh Br (berg Lake ) 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US278 S-8 Lm 15.87 over Wadleigh Br (berg Lake ) carry?

About 5,184 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US278 S-8 Lm 15.87 over Wadleigh Br (berg Lake )?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns US278 S-8 Lm 15.87 over Wadleigh Br (berg Lake )?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.