SH 27 over Mud Branch
FairPope County, Arkansas · 3.78 MI NE SH 7 · Structure no. 000000000002697
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,700
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 27 over Mud Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 27 over Mud Branch in Pope County, Arkansas. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 1,700 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,044 by 2028. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 27 over Mud Branch built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 27 over Mud Branch 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 SH 27 over Mud Branch carry?
About 1,700 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SH 27 over Mud Branch?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns SH 27 over Mud Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.