SH 16 over Branch
GoodVan Buren County, Arkansas · 5.0 MI W of Rupert · Structure no. 0000000000X0352
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 110
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 16 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 16 over Branch in Van Buren County, Arkansas. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 110 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 248 by 2028. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 16 over Branch built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 16 over Branch 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does SH 16 over Branch carry?
About 110 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SH 16 over Branch?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns SH 16 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.