US Bridges

SH 275 S-2 Lm 9.15 over Caney Creek

Good

Union County, Arkansas · 3.0 MI S of JCT SH 15 275 · Structure no. 0000000000X0133

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
650
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 275 S-2 Lm 9.15 over Caney Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 275 S-2 Lm 9.15 over Caney Creek in Union County, Arkansas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 650 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,163 by 2028. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

CarriesSH 275 S-2 Lm 9.15
CrossesCaney Creek
Location3.0 MI S of JCT SH 15 275
RouteState Highway 275
Coordinates33.23563, -92.37704
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.5 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic650 (2018)
Projected traffic1,163 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.9 mi (40 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 SH 275 S-2 Lm 9.15 over Caney Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 275 S-2 Lm 9.15 over Caney 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does SH 275 S-2 Lm 9.15 over Caney Creek carry?

About 650 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH 275 S-2 Lm 9.15 over Caney Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns SH 275 S-2 Lm 9.15 over Caney Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.