State Highway 23 over Smith Creek - Frank. Co.
FairFranklin County, Arkansas · 2.6 MI S JCT SH 96 & 23 · Structure no. 000000000003945
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 152 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,800
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Highway 23 over Smith Creek - Frank. Co. is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying State Highway 23 over Smith Creek - Frank. Co. in Franklin County, Arkansas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 5 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 2,800 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,100 by 2038. The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Highway 23 over Smith Creek - Frank. Co. built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Highway 23 over Smith Creek - Frank. 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does State Highway 23 over Smith Creek - Frank. Co. carry?
About 2,800 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is State Highway 23 over Smith Creek - Frank. Co.?
The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns State Highway 23 over Smith Creek - Frank. Co.?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.