SH 87/INDEPEN Co. over Bridge Creek Relief
GoodIndependence County, Arkansas · 3.8 MI E JCT US 167 & 87 · Structure no. 0000000000M1598
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 87/INDEPEN Co. over Bridge Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying SH 87/INDEPEN Co. over Bridge Creek Relief in Independence County, Arkansas. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,904 by 2028. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
Location
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 87/INDEPEN Co. over Bridge Creek Relief built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 87/INDEPEN Co. over Bridge Creek Relief 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 2024.
How much traffic does SH 87/INDEPEN Co. over Bridge Creek Relief carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SH 87/INDEPEN Co. over Bridge Creek Relief?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns SH 87/INDEPEN Co. over Bridge Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.