US Bridges

SH 60 over Branch

Good

Perry County, Arkansas · 6 MI W of Arkansas Rive · Structure no. 0000000000X1213

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,126
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 60 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 60 over Branch in Perry County, Arkansas. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 3,126 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,236 by 2028. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).

CarriesSH 60
CrossesBranch
Location6 MI W of Arkansas Rive
RouteState Highway 60
Coordinates35.04034, -92.61786
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46 US tons
Inventory rating28 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,126 (2018)
Projected traffic3,236 by 2028
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed39.8 mi (64 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 60 over Branch built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 60 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does SH 60 over Branch carry?

About 3,126 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is SH 60 over Branch?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SH 60 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.