US Bridges

State Highway 255 over Little Creek-Seb. Co.

Fair

Sebastian County, Arkansas · 2.2 MI E US 71 · Structure no. 0000000000X0201

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
75 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
21,655
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

State Highway 255 over Little Creek-Seb. Co. is a concrete culvert carrying State Highway 255 over Little Creek-Seb. Co. 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 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 21,655 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,311 by 2028. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesState Highway 255
CrossesLittle Creek-Seb. Co.
Location2.2 MI E US 71
RouteState Highway 255
CountySebastian County
StateArkansas
Coordinates35.32699, -94.37216
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadH 20
Structure length75 ft (22.9 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 traffic21,655 (2018)
Projected traffic30,311 by 2028
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 State Highway 255 over Little Creek-Seb. Co. built?

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

What condition is State Highway 255 over Little Creek-Seb. Co. 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does State Highway 255 over Little Creek-Seb. Co. carry?

About 21,655 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is State Highway 255 over Little Creek-Seb. Co.?

The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns State Highway 255 over Little Creek-Seb. Co.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.