CR 17 Baxter over Howard Creek
GoodBaxter County, Arkansas · 1.57 MI W of SH 5 North · Structure no. 000000000023808
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 500
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 17 Baxter over Howard Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CR 17 Baxter over Howard Creek in Baxter County, Arkansas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger 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 500 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 600 by 2035. The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 17 Baxter over Howard Creek built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 17 Baxter over Howard 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does CR 17 Baxter over Howard Creek carry?
About 500 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is CR 17 Baxter over Howard Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns CR 17 Baxter over Howard Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.