US Bridges

SH 298 Log 16.85 over Creek

Fair

Garland County, Arkansas · 16.8 MI E Montgomery CO L · Structure no. 0000000000X0106

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
51 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
940
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 298 Log 16.85 over Creek is a steel culvert carrying SH 298 Log 16.85 over Creek in Garland County, Arkansas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 940 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,840 by 2028. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 298 Log 16.85
CrossesCreek
Location16.8 MI E Montgomery CO L
RouteState Highway 298
CountyGarland County
StateArkansas
Coordinates34.70164, -93.12773
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length51 ft (15.5 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic940 (2018)
Projected traffic1,840 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$309,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 298 Log 16.85 over Creek built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 298 Log 16.85 over 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does SH 298 Log 16.85 over Creek carry?

About 940 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH 298 Log 16.85 over Creek?

The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.7 m).

Who owns SH 298 Log 16.85 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.