US Bridges

SH 7 Boone over Sugarloaf Creek Branch

Good

Boone County, Arkansas · 15.59 Miles NE of JCT of · Structure no. 0000000000M0205

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,767
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 7 Boone over Sugarloaf Creek Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 7 Boone over Sugarloaf Creek Branch in Boone County, Arkansas. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 2,767 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,863 by 2028. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

CarriesSH 7 Boone
CrossesSugarloaf Creek Branch
Location15.59 Miles NE of JCT of
RouteState Highway 7
Coordinates36.37161, -92.95438
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46 US tons
Inventory rating28 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 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 traffic2,767 (2018)
Projected traffic2,863 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 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 7 Boone over Sugarloaf Creek Branch built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 7 Boone over Sugarloaf Creek Branch 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SH 7 Boone over Sugarloaf Creek Branch carry?

About 2,767 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH 7 Boone over Sugarloaf Creek Branch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SH 7 Boone over Sugarloaf Creek Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.