US Bridges

SH 265-WASH Co. over Mud Creek Tributary

Good

Washington County, Arkansas · 3.76 MI N JCT 265 & 16 · Structure no. 0000000000X1429

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
75 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
24,449
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 265-WASH Co. over Mud Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying SH 265-WASH Co. over Mud Creek Tributary in Washington County, Arkansas. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 years old, younger 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 24,449 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,300 by 2038. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesSH 265-WASH Co.
CrossesMud Creek Tributary
Location3.76 MI N JCT 265 & 16
RouteState Highway 265
Coordinates36.10731, -94.12036
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating31 US tons
Inventory rating19 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length75 ft (22.9 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic24,449 (2018)
Projected traffic33,300 by 2038
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and railroad
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 SH 265-WASH Co. over Mud Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 265-WASH Co. over Mud Creek Tributary 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does SH 265-WASH Co. over Mud Creek Tributary carry?

About 24,449 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is SH 265-WASH Co. over Mud Creek Tributary?

The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns SH 265-WASH Co. over Mud Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.