SH 115 Sharp Co. over Bear Bayou
GoodSharp County, Arkansas · 2.8 MI E JCT SH 58 · Structure no. 0000000000M1818
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 1962
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 990
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 115 Sharp Co. over Bear Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying SH 115 Sharp Co. over Bear Bayou in Sharp County, Arkansas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1962, so it is 91 years old, older than the Arkansas average of 45.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 990 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,177 by 2028. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 115 Sharp Co. over Bear Bayou built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1962.
What condition is SH 115 Sharp Co. over Bear Bayou in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in December 2023.
How much traffic does SH 115 Sharp Co. over Bear Bayou carry?
About 990 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SH 115 Sharp Co. over Bear Bayou?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns SH 115 Sharp Co. over Bear Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.