US Bridges

US 70 SEC.03-2.14 over Sandy Creek

Good

Howard County, Arkansas · 1.5 MI W of Dierks · Structure no. 0000000000M1305

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,600
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 70 SEC.03-2.14 over Sandy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 70 SEC.03-2.14 over Sandy Creek in Howard County, Arkansas. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 3,600 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,015 by 2028. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 70 SEC.03-2.14
CrossesSandy Creek
Location1.5 MI W of Dierks
RouteU.S. Route 70
CountyHoward County
StateArkansas
Coordinates34.10886, -94.05145
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46 US tons
Inventory rating28 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,600 (2018)
Projected traffic3,015 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 70 SEC.03-2.14 over Sandy Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 70 SEC.03-2.14 over Sandy 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does US 70 SEC.03-2.14 over Sandy Creek carry?

About 3,600 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 70 SEC.03-2.14 over Sandy Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 70 SEC.03-2.14 over Sandy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.