US Bridges

US 167 S-1 Lm 2.72 over Cornie Bayou Relief

Good

Union County, Arkansas · 2.7 MI N JCT City · Structure no. 0000000000M2171

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 1998
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,263
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 167 S-1 Lm 2.72 over Cornie Bayou Relief is a concrete culvert carrying US 167 S-1 Lm 2.72 over Cornie Bayou Relief in Union County, Arkansas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 94 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 5,263 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,243 by 2028. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 114 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesUS 167 S-1 Lm 2.72
CrossesCornie Bayou Relief
Location2.7 MI N JCT City
RouteU.S. Route 167
Coordinates33.04546, -92.70276
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width114 ft (34.7 m)
Roadway width114 ft (34.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,263 (2018)
Projected traffic6,243 by 2028
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 167 S-1 Lm 2.72 over Cornie Bayou Relief built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.

What condition is US 167 S-1 Lm 2.72 over Cornie Bayou 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does US 167 S-1 Lm 2.72 over Cornie Bayou Relief carry?

About 5,263 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is US 167 S-1 Lm 2.72 over Cornie Bayou Relief?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 114 ft wide.

Who owns US 167 S-1 Lm 2.72 over Cornie Bayou Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.