SH 69/INDEPEN Co. over Gibbs Creek
GoodIndependence County, Arkansas · 3.4 MI E JCT SH 233N & 69 · Structure no. 0000000000M1278
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,000
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 69/INDEPEN Co. over Gibbs Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 69/INDEPEN Co. over Gibbs Creek in Independence County, Arkansas. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 74 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 7,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,733 by 2028. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 69/INDEPEN Co. over Gibbs Creek built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is SH 69/INDEPEN Co. over Gibbs 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does SH 69/INDEPEN Co. over Gibbs Creek carry?
About 7,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SH 69/INDEPEN Co. over Gibbs Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SH 69/INDEPEN Co. over Gibbs Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.