Interstate 40 over East Gar Creek Relief
FairFranklin County, Arkansas · 1.1 MI E SH 219 · Structure no. 0000000000X0184
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 47 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 24,000
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Interstate 40 over East Gar Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying Interstate 40 over East Gar Creek Relief in Franklin County, Arkansas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 24,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,093 by 2028. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Interstate 40 over East Gar Creek Relief built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is Interstate 40 over East Gar Creek Relief 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Interstate 40 over East Gar Creek Relief carry?
About 24,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Interstate 40 over East Gar Creek Relief?
The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns Interstate 40 over East Gar Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.