US Bridges

Clark CR 38 Z-A over Terre-Noir

FairPosted for load

Clark County, Arkansas · 1.0 MI SW JCT CO RD 19 · Structure no. 000000000021024

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Other
Steel
Length
89 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
385
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Clark CR 38 Z-A over Terre-Noir is a steel other carrying Clark CR 38 Z-A over Terre-Noir in Clark County, Arkansas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 385 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 76 by 2007. The structure is 89 ft (27.1 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

Location

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CarriesClark CR 38 Z-A
CrossesTerre-Noir
Location1.0 MI SW JCT CO RD 19
RouteCounty Highway 38
CountyClark County
StateArkansas
Coordinates33.86423, -92.95162
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating32 US tons
Inventory rating19 US tons

Structure

Structure typeOther
MaterialSteel
DeckSteel plate
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length89 ft (27.1 m)
Longest span84 ft (25.6 m)
Deck width18 ft (5.4 m)
Roadway width17 ft (5.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic385 (2018)
Projected traffic76 by 2007
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$300,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Clark CR 38 Z-A over Terre-Noir built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Clark CR 38 Z-A over Terre-Noir 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Clark CR 38 Z-A over Terre-Noir carry?

About 385 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Clark CR 38 Z-A over Terre-Noir?

The structure is 89 ft (27.1 m) long with a longest span of 84 ft (25.6 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.

Who owns Clark CR 38 Z-A over Terre-Noir?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.