US Bridges

SH 135-05-LM 9.63 over Pigeon Roost Creek

Good

Greene County, Arkansas · 5.09 MI SE of Clay CO LN · Structure no. 0000000000X0686

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,500
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 135-05-LM 9.63 over Pigeon Roost Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 135-05-LM 9.63 over Pigeon Roost Creek in Greene County, Arkansas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 3,500 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,500 by 2038. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 135-05-LM 9.63
CrossesPigeon Roost Creek
Location5.09 MI SE of Clay CO LN
RouteState Highway 135
CountyGreene County
StateArkansas
Coordinates36.19787, -90.50505
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,500 (2018)
Projected traffic4,500 by 2038
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 SH 135-05-LM 9.63 over Pigeon Roost Creek built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 135-05-LM 9.63 over Pigeon Roost 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SH 135-05-LM 9.63 over Pigeon Roost Creek carry?

About 3,500 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH 135-05-LM 9.63 over Pigeon Roost Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).

Who owns SH 135-05-LM 9.63 over Pigeon Roost Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.