US Bridges

SH 226-02-LM 12.11 over Creek

Good

Craighead County, Arkansas · 5 Mi. W. of Valley View · Structure no. 0000000000X1420

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,800
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 226-02-LM 12.11 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 226-02-LM 12.11 over Creek in Craighead County, Arkansas. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 6,800 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,400 by 2031. The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 226-02-LM 12.11
CrossesCreek
Location5 Mi. W. of Valley View
RouteState Highway 226
CountyCraighead County
StateArkansas
Coordinates35.78534, -90.81907
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,800 (2018)
Projected traffic4,400 by 2031
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 226-02-LM 12.11 over Creek built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 226-02-LM 12.11 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does SH 226-02-LM 12.11 over Creek carry?

About 6,800 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is SH 226-02-LM 12.11 over Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).

Who owns SH 226-02-LM 12.11 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.