Arkansas HWY 178 over Bull Shoals Dam Spillway

Fair Condition75 years old3,200 vehicles/day

Location

StateArkansas
CountyMarion
Location10 Mi. W Of Mtn Home
CarriesArkansas HWY 178
CrossesBull Shoals Dam Spillway
Coordinates36.36722, -92.57556

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway9 (Excellent)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignGirder and Floorbeam
Total Length815.6 ft (248.6 m)
Max Span43.0 ft (13.1 m)
Deck Width33.8 ft (10.3 m)
Deck Area2560.6 sq m
Main Spans17
Year Built1951

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,200 (2022)
Truck Traffic56%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection823
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCorps of Engineers
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure NumberAHTD000000M3657

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