US Bridges

US 62 over Creek

Good

Carroll County, Arkansas · 6.85 Miles West of the Bo · Structure no. 0000000000X1656

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,899
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 62 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 62 over Creek in Carroll County, Arkansas. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 6,899 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,465 by 2028. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).

CarriesUS 62
CrossesCreek
Location6.85 Miles West of the Bo
RouteState Highway 62
Coordinates36.33264, -93.39861
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 inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck99 ft (30.2 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,899 (2016)
Projected traffic7,465 by 2028
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed28 mi (45 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 62 over Creek built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 62 over 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 62 over Creek carry?

About 6,899 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US 62 over Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 62 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.