US Bridges

SH 98 S-3 Lm 6.06 over Creek

Good

Columbia County, Arkansas · 6.07 MI S JCT US 82 · Structure no. 0000000000X0130

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
120
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 98 S-3 Lm 6.06 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 98 S-3 Lm 6.06 over Creek in Columbia County, Arkansas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 120 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 180 by 2028. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesSH 98 S-3 Lm 6.06
CrossesCreek
Location6.07 MI S JCT US 82
RouteState Highway 98
Coordinates33.17186, -93.06512
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum 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 width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic120 (2018)
Projected traffic180 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 98 S-3 Lm 6.06 over Creek built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 98 S-3 Lm 6.06 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SH 98 S-3 Lm 6.06 over Creek carry?

About 120 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH 98 S-3 Lm 6.06 over Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns SH 98 S-3 Lm 6.06 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.