US Bridges

SH 133-00 Lm 5.04 over Spenger Creek

Good

Ashley County, Arkansas · 4.1 MI S US 82-CROSSETT · Structure no. 0000000000M1924

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1960
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,900
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 133-00 Lm 5.04 over Spenger Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 133-00 Lm 5.04 over Spenger Creek in Ashley County, Arkansas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 90 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 2,900 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,392 by 2027. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 133-00 Lm 5.04
CrossesSpenger Creek
Location4.1 MI S US 82-CROSSETT
RouteState Highway 133
CountyAshley County
StateArkansas
Coordinates33.07875, -91.94166
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionApril 2023
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 length22 ft (6.7 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 traffic2,900 (2018)
Projected traffic3,392 by 2027
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 SH 133-00 Lm 5.04 over Spenger Creek built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.

What condition is SH 133-00 Lm 5.04 over Spenger 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does SH 133-00 Lm 5.04 over Spenger Creek carry?

About 2,900 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is SH 133-00 Lm 5.04 over Spenger Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SH 133-00 Lm 5.04 over Spenger Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.