US Bridges

US 167 over Lost Creek

Good

Calhoun County, Arkansas · 2 MI S. of Thorton · Structure no. 0000000000X1658

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,999
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 167 over Lost Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 167 over Lost Creek in Calhoun County, Arkansas. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 3,999 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,900 by 2033. The structure is 31 ft (9.3 m) long and 78 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 km).

CarriesUS 167
CrossesLost Creek
Location2 MI S. of Thorton
RouteU.S. Route 167
Coordinates33.74579, -92.47678
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54 US tons
Inventory rating42 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length31 ft (9.3 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width78 ft (23.8 m)
Roadway width76 ft (23.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,999 (2018)
Projected traffic3,900 by 2033
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.7 mi (43 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 US 167 over Lost Creek built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 167 over Lost 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US 167 over Lost Creek carry?

About 3,999 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is US 167 over Lost Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 78 ft wide.

Who owns US 167 over Lost Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.