US Bridges

Double Springs Rd. over Farmington Branch-Wash

FairPosted for load

Washington County, Arkansas · 1.2 MI N of US 62 · Structure no. 000000000018394

Built
1940
85 years old, rebuilt 1960
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
50 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,800
2018 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Double Springs Rd. over Farmington Branch-Wash is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Double Springs Rd. over Farmington Branch-Wash in Washington County, Arkansas. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 85 years old, older than the Arkansas average of 45.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 3,800 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,381 by 2007. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesDouble Springs Rd.
CrossesFarmington Branch-Wash
Location1.2 MI N of US 62
RouteCity Street 1923
CountyWashington County
StateArkansas
Coordinates36.05414, -94.25825
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating14 US tons
Inventory rating8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 10
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width30 ft (9 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,800 (2018)
Projected traffic1,381 by 2007
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$71,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Double Springs Rd. over Farmington Branch-Wash built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.

What condition is Double Springs Rd. over Farmington Branch-Wash in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does Double Springs Rd. over Farmington Branch-Wash carry?

About 3,800 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Double Springs Rd. over Farmington Branch-Wash?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Double Springs Rd. over Farmington Branch-Wash?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.