US278B S-8 Lm 0.82 over Creek
FairOuachita County, Arkansas · .82 MI E JCT SH 4 · Structure no. 0000000000X0183
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old, rebuilt 1972
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,100
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US278B S-8 Lm 0.82 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US278B S-8 Lm 0.82 over Creek in Ouachita County, Arkansas. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 75 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 6 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 2,100 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,865 by 2028. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US278B S-8 Lm 0.82 over Creek built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.
What condition is US278B S-8 Lm 0.82 over Creek 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 US278B S-8 Lm 0.82 over Creek carry?
About 2,100 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US278B S-8 Lm 0.82 over Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US278B S-8 Lm 0.82 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.