SH 73 - 02 - 8.61 over Water Creek
FairHempstead County, Arkansas · 1MI E of S.H. 195 JCT · Structure no. 0000000000X0383
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,099
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 73 - 02 - 8.61 over Water Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 73 - 02 - 8.61 over Water Creek in Hempstead County, Arkansas. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 1,099 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,747 by 2028. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 73 - 02 - 8.61 over Water Creek built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 73 - 02 - 8.61 over Water 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does SH 73 - 02 - 8.61 over Water Creek carry?
About 1,099 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SH 73 - 02 - 8.61 over Water Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns SH 73 - 02 - 8.61 over Water Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.