US Bridges

US-49/SEC-10/L2.73 over Little Cypress

Fair

Phillips County, Arkansas · 0.5 MI E JCT SH 39 & 49 · Structure no. 0000000000M0927

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,198
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-49/SEC-10/L2.73 over Little Cypress is a concrete culvert carrying US-49/SEC-10/L2.73 over Little Cypress in Phillips County, Arkansas. It was built in 1950, 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 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 2,198 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,267 by 2028. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

Location

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CarriesUS-49/SEC-10/L2.73
CrossesLittle Cypress
Location0.5 MI E JCT SH 39 & 49
RouteU.S. Route 49
CountyPhillips County
StateArkansas
Coordinates34.59308, -91.00826
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating39 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,198 (2018)
Projected traffic3,267 by 2028
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US-49/SEC-10/L2.73 over Little Cypress built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-49/SEC-10/L2.73 over Little Cypress 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US-49/SEC-10/L2.73 over Little Cypress carry?

About 2,198 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US-49/SEC-10/L2.73 over Little Cypress?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns US-49/SEC-10/L2.73 over Little Cypress?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.