US Bridges

SH-260/SEC-2/L2.77 over Creek

FairPosted for load

Woodruff County, Arkansas · 2.77 MI East of JCT SH 17 · Structure no. 0000000000M3935

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
40
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH-260/SEC-2/L2.77 over Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH-260/SEC-2/L2.77 over Creek in Woodruff 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 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 40 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 57 by 2028. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

Location

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CarriesSH-260/SEC-2/L2.77
CrossesCreek
Location2.77 MI East of JCT SH 17
RouteState Highway 260
CountyWoodruff County
StateArkansas
Coordinates35.13446, -91.19381
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating29 US tons
Inventory rating17 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckAluminum
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.4 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.7 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40 (2018)
Projected traffic57 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$37,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH-260/SEC-2/L2.77 over Creek built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH-260/SEC-2/L2.77 over Creek 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does SH-260/SEC-2/L2.77 over Creek carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH-260/SEC-2/L2.77 over Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.4 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns SH-260/SEC-2/L2.77 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.