US Bridges

State Highway 255 over Sewer Outlet

Fair

Sebastian County, Arkansas · JCT SH 55 & P Street · Structure no. 000000000005360

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
105 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,223
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

State Highway 255 over Sewer Outlet is a concrete slab carrying State Highway 255 over Sewer Outlet in Sebastian County, Arkansas. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 2,223 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,954 by 2028. The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesState Highway 255
CrossesSewer Outlet
LocationJCT SH 55 & P Street
RouteState Highway 255
CountySebastian County
StateArkansas
Coordinates35.4063, -94.42055
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length105 ft (32 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.7 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,223 (2018)
Projected traffic3,954 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
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 State Highway 255 over Sewer Outlet built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is State Highway 255 over Sewer Outlet 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does State Highway 255 over Sewer Outlet carry?

About 2,223 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is State Highway 255 over Sewer Outlet?

The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns State Highway 255 over Sewer Outlet?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.