SR 182 begins at an intersection with US 13 (Lankford Highway) in the town of Painter. The state highway follows two-lane undivided Main Street very briefly east of US 13, during which the highway intersects an inactive railroad line.
SR 182 begins its journey at a junction with US 13 (Lankford Highway) in Painter. The road then travels on Main Street for a short period before intersecting an abandoned railway line.