US Bridges

SH 51 S-1 Lm 0.95 over Sandy Creek

Good

Clark County, Arkansas · 1.0 MI W of JCT US 67 51 · Structure no. 0000000000X0127

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,300
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 51 S-1 Lm 0.95 over Sandy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 51 S-1 Lm 0.95 over Sandy Creek in Clark County, Arkansas. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 1,300 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,134 by 2028. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesSH 51 S-1 Lm 0.95
CrossesSandy Creek
Location1.0 MI W of JCT US 67 51
RouteState Highway 51
Coordinates33.89765, -93.278
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,300 (2018)
Projected traffic1,134 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 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 51 S-1 Lm 0.95 over Sandy Creek built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 51 S-1 Lm 0.95 over Sandy 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does SH 51 S-1 Lm 0.95 over Sandy Creek carry?

About 1,300 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH 51 S-1 Lm 0.95 over Sandy Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns SH 51 S-1 Lm 0.95 over Sandy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.