Old HWY 16 Loop over Weaver Refuge
GoodVan Buren County, Arkansas · 0.05 MI N JCT of SH 16 · Structure no. 0000000000M0448
- Built
- 1946
- 79 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 400
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old HWY 16 Loop over Weaver Refuge is a concrete culvert carrying Old HWY 16 Loop over Weaver Refuge in Van Buren County, Arkansas. It was built in 1946, so it is 79 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 400 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 69 by 2028. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old HWY 16 Loop over Weaver Refuge built?
It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old HWY 16 Loop over Weaver Refuge 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Old HWY 16 Loop over Weaver Refuge carry?
About 400 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Old HWY 16 Loop over Weaver Refuge?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Old HWY 16 Loop over Weaver Refuge?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.