US Bridges

SH 7 S-5 LM16.82 over Pearson Creek

Good

Dallas County, Arkansas · 0.1 MI N JCT SH 8 · Structure no. 0000000000M3911

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,004
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 7 S-5 LM16.82 over Pearson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 7 S-5 LM16.82 over Pearson Creek in Dallas County, Arkansas. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 1,004 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,451 by 2028. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 57.2 mi (92 km).

CarriesSH 7 S-5 LM16.82
CrossesPearson Creek
Location0.1 MI N JCT SH 8
RouteState Highway 7
Coordinates34.03417, -92.88264
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating42 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,004 (2018)
Projected traffic1,451 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed57.2 mi (92 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 7 S-5 LM16.82 over Pearson Creek built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 7 S-5 LM16.82 over Pearson 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 7 S-5 LM16.82 over Pearson Creek carry?

About 1,004 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH 7 S-5 LM16.82 over Pearson Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns SH 7 S-5 LM16.82 over Pearson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.