US Bridges

State Highway 59 over Creek-Crawford Co.

Fair

Crawford County, Arkansas · 0.06 M S of I-40 · Structure no. 0000000000M1066

Built
1947
78 years old, rebuilt 1998
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
22,208
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

State Highway 59 over Creek-Crawford Co. is a concrete culvert carrying State Highway 59 over Creek-Crawford Co. in Crawford County, Arkansas. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 78 years old, older 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 22,208 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,626 by 2028. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesState Highway 59
CrossesCreek-Crawford Co.
Location0.06 M S of I-40
RouteState Highway 59
Coordinates35.4612, -94.35654
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.1 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,208 (2018)
Projected traffic33,626 by 2028
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 State Highway 59 over Creek-Crawford Co. built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.

What condition is State Highway 59 over Creek-Crawford Co. 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does State Highway 59 over Creek-Crawford Co. carry?

About 22,208 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is State Highway 59 over Creek-Crawford Co.?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns State Highway 59 over Creek-Crawford Co.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.