US Bridges

SH 35-08 Lm 2.89 over Jordan Creek

Fair

Drew County, Arkansas · 2.89 MI SE US278-MONTICEL · Structure no. 0000000000M0806

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,300
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 35-08 Lm 2.89 over Jordan Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 35-08 Lm 2.89 over Jordan Creek in Drew County, Arkansas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 2,300 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,995 by 2028. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 35-08 Lm 2.89
CrossesJordan Creek
Location2.89 MI SE US278-MONTICEL
RouteState Highway 35
CountyDrew County
StateArkansas
Coordinates33.60343, -91.72317
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 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 alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating33 US tons
Inventory rating20 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 width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,300 (2018)
Projected traffic2,995 by 2028
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.7 mi (51 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 35-08 Lm 2.89 over Jordan Creek built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 35-08 Lm 2.89 over Jordan Creek 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does SH 35-08 Lm 2.89 over Jordan Creek carry?

About 2,300 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is SH 35-08 Lm 2.89 over Jordan Creek?

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

Who owns SH 35-08 Lm 2.89 over Jordan Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.