SH 278-16 Lm 4.38 over Union Pacific R/r

Poor Condition57 years old6,600 vehicles/day

Location

StateArkansas
CountyDesha
Location0.7 Mi W US 65-mcgehee
CarriesSH 278-16 Lm 4.38
CrossesUnion Pacific R/r
Coordinates33.61594, -91.39057

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck3 (Serious)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length849.4 ft (258.9 m)
Max Span67.9 ft (20.7 m)
Deck Width34.1 ft (10.4 m)
Deck Area2692.6 sq m
Main Spans14
Year Built1969

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic6,600 (2018)
Truck Traffic1%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection323
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000005018

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