US Bridges

SH 205 S-8 Lm 2.4 over Mizzell Creek

Good

Ouachita County, Arkansas · .85 E of US 79 · Structure no. 0000000000X1053

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
48 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
870
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 205 S-8 Lm 2.4 over Mizzell Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 205 S-8 Lm 2.4 over Mizzell Creek in Ouachita County, Arkansas. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 870 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 917 by 2028. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 57 ft wide.

CarriesSH 205 S-8 Lm 2.4
CrossesMizzell Creek
Location.85 E of US 79
RouteState Highway 205
Coordinates33.66689, -92.72919
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating32 US tons
Inventory rating19 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width57 ft (17.4 m)
Roadway width55 ft (16.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deck99 ft (30.2 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic870 (2018)
Projected traffic917 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 205 S-8 Lm 2.4 over Mizzell Creek built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 205 S-8 Lm 2.4 over Mizzell Creek 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does SH 205 S-8 Lm 2.4 over Mizzell Creek carry?

About 870 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH 205 S-8 Lm 2.4 over Mizzell Creek?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.

Who owns SH 205 S-8 Lm 2.4 over Mizzell Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.