US 65 Searcy over Little Red River
FairSearcy County, Arkansas · 1.2 Miles SE of JCT of Ar · Structure no. 0000000000A0690
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1960
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 280 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,500
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 65 Searcy over Little Red River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying US 65 Searcy over Little Red River in Searcy County, Arkansas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 94 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 4,500 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,787 by 2028. The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 65 Searcy over Little Red River built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.
What condition is US 65 Searcy over Little Red River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US 65 Searcy over Little Red River carry?
About 4,500 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 65 Searcy over Little Red River?
The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns US 65 Searcy over Little Red River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.