US Bridges

US 82 S-7 Lm 6.86 over Sugar Creek

Good

Union County, Arkansas · 6.86 MI E of Strong · Structure no. 0000000000M1523

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1992
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,800
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 82 S-7 Lm 6.86 over Sugar Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 82 S-7 Lm 6.86 over Sugar Creek 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 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 2,800 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 6.86
CrossesSugar Creek
Location6.86 MI E of Strong
RouteU.S. Route 82
Coordinates33.12998, -92.24811
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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 rating39 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
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 traffic2,800 (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 6.86 over Sugar Creek 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 6.86 over Sugar Creek 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does US 82 S-7 Lm 6.86 over Sugar Creek carry?

About 2,800 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 82 S-7 Lm 6.86 over Sugar Creek?

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 6.86 over Sugar Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.