US Bridges

US 165-05 Lm 37.58 over Creek

Good

Arkansas County, Arkansas · 0.5 MI N SH 152-LODGECNR · Structure no. 0000000000M0347

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 1988
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,600
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 165-05 Lm 37.58 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 165-05 Lm 37.58 over Creek in Arkansas County, Arkansas. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 71 years old, older than the Arkansas average of 45.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,600 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,798 by 2028. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

CarriesUS 165-05 Lm 37.58
CrossesCreek
Location0.5 MI N SH 152-LODGECNR
RouteU.S. Route 165
Coordinates34.34963, -91.53509
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length23 ft (6.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,600 (2018)
Projected traffic2,798 by 2028
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 165-05 Lm 37.58 over Creek built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.

What condition is US 165-05 Lm 37.58 over Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.

How much traffic does US 165-05 Lm 37.58 over Creek carry?

About 2,600 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 165-05 Lm 37.58 over Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 165-05 Lm 37.58 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.