SH 23 over Roark Creek
GoodFranklin County, Arkansas · 9.5MI So JCT SH 96 & 23 · Structure no. 0000000000X0065
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,800
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 23 over Roark Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 23 over Roark Creek in Franklin County, Arkansas. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 2,800 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,415 by 2028. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 23 over Roark Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 23 over Roark 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 February 2022.
How much traffic does SH 23 over Roark Creek carry?
About 2,800 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SH 23 over Roark Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns SH 23 over Roark Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.