US Bridges

US 65 over Lost Creek

Good

Faulkner County, Arkansas · 1.7 MI S JCT 65 & 287 · Structure no. 0000000000X0699

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
23,246
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 65 over Lost Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 65 over Lost Creek in Faulkner County, Arkansas. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 23,246 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,253 by 2028. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesUS 65
CrossesLost Creek
Location1.7 MI S JCT 65 & 287
RouteU.S. Route 65
Coordinates35.16539, -92.39774
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55 US tons
Inventory rating33 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 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 traffic23,246 (2018)
Projected traffic36,253 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 US 65 over Lost Creek built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 65 over Lost 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 August 2022.

How much traffic does US 65 over Lost Creek carry?

About 23,246 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 65 over Lost Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 65 over Lost Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.