US Bridges

SH7 S2 LM11.34 NB over Smackover CR Relief

Good

Union County, Arkansas · 2.8 MI N JCT 160 & 7 · Structure no. 000000000006311

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
90 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,679
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH7 S2 LM11.34 NB over Smackover CR Relief is a concrete tee beam carrying SH7 S2 LM11.34 NB over Smackover CR Relief in Union County, Arkansas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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 5,679 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,244 by 2028. The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

CarriesSH7 S2 LM11.34 NB
CrossesSmackover CR Relief
Location2.8 MI N JCT 160 & 7
RouteState Highway 7
Coordinates33.37407, -92.77092
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length90 ft (27.4 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,679 (2018)
Projected traffic3,244 by 2028
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.9 mi (40 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 SH7 S2 LM11.34 NB over Smackover CR Relief built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH7 S2 LM11.34 NB over Smackover CR Relief 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does SH7 S2 LM11.34 NB over Smackover CR Relief carry?

About 5,679 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is SH7 S2 LM11.34 NB over Smackover CR Relief?

The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns SH7 S2 LM11.34 NB over Smackover CR Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.