US Bridges

US 82 S-7 Lm 4.66 over Big Slough Ditch

Fair

Union County, Arkansas · 4.66 MI E of Strong · Structure no. 0000000000M1522

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1992
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,693
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 82 S-7 Lm 4.66 over Big Slough Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 82 S-7 Lm 4.66 over Big Slough Ditch in Union County, Arkansas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 95 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 2,693 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,305 by 2028. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 46 mi (74 km).

CarriesUS 82 S-7 Lm 4.66
CrossesBig Slough Ditch
Location4.66 MI E of Strong
RouteU.S. Route 82
Coordinates33.12177, -92.28495
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating33 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width86 ft (26.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,693 (2018)
Projected traffic3,305 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed46 mi (74 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 US 82 S-7 Lm 4.66 over Big Slough Ditch built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.

What condition is US 82 S-7 Lm 4.66 over Big Slough Ditch 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 US 82 S-7 Lm 4.66 over Big Slough Ditch carry?

About 2,693 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 82 S-7 Lm 4.66 over Big Slough Ditch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.

Who owns US 82 S-7 Lm 4.66 over Big Slough Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.