Fdr 159 over Drain
FairYell County, Arkansas · 4.17 MI W of CR 16 · Structure no. 080904000003072
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 23 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
Fdr 159 over Drain is a steel culvert carrying Fdr 159 over Drain in Yell County, Arkansas. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 75 by 2045. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 620.7 mi (999 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Fdr 159 over Drain built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is Fdr 159 over Drain 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Fdr 159 over Drain carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (latest count).
How long is Fdr 159 over Drain?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long.
Who owns Fdr 159 over Drain?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.