US Bridges

SH 133-00 Lm 8.43 over Shipman Creek

Fair

Ashley County, Arkansas · 0.7 MI S US 82-CROSSETT · Structure no. 0000000000M1927

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,327
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 133-00 Lm 8.43 over Shipman Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 133-00 Lm 8.43 over Shipman Creek in Ashley County, Arkansas. It was built in 1935, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 6,327 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,019 by 2027. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 133-00 Lm 8.43
CrossesShipman Creek
Location0.7 MI S US 82-CROSSETT
RouteState Highway 133
CountyAshley County
StateArkansas
Coordinates33.12475, -91.96121
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length29 ft (8.8 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 traffic6,327 (2018)
Projected traffic7,019 by 2027
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 8.43 over Shipman Creek built?

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

What condition is SH 133-00 Lm 8.43 over Shipman Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.

How much traffic does SH 133-00 Lm 8.43 over Shipman Creek carry?

About 6,327 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH 133-00 Lm 8.43 over Shipman Creek?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SH 133-00 Lm 8.43 over Shipman Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.