US Bridges

US 371- 03 - 1.62 over Pond Run Creek

Good

Hempstead County, Arkansas · 1.62 M E of Howard C.Line · Structure no. 0000000000M0570

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,800
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 371- 03 - 1.62 over Pond Run Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 371- 03 - 1.62 over Pond Run Creek in Hempstead County, Arkansas. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,200 by 2030. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.2 mi (55 km).

CarriesUS 371- 03 - 1.62
CrossesPond Run Creek
Location1.62 M E of Howard C.Line
RouteU.S. Route 371
Coordinates33.94993, -93.79666
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating55 US tons
Inventory rating33 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,800 (2018)
Projected traffic3,200 by 2030
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.2 mi (55 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 371- 03 - 1.62 over Pond Run Creek built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 371- 03 - 1.62 over Pond Run 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does US 371- 03 - 1.62 over Pond Run Creek carry?

About 2,800 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is US 371- 03 - 1.62 over Pond Run Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 371- 03 - 1.62 over Pond Run Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.