SH 157/INDEPEN Co. over Departee Creek
GoodIndependence County, Arkansas · 1.8 MI NE JCT US 167 · Structure no. 0000000000X0208
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old, rebuilt 1977
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 813
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 157/INDEPEN Co. over Departee Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 157/INDEPEN Co. over Departee Creek in Independence County, Arkansas. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1977, so it is 65 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 813 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,241 by 2028. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.1 mi (63 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 157/INDEPEN Co. over Departee Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1977.
What condition is SH 157/INDEPEN Co. over Departee 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 2024.
How much traffic does SH 157/INDEPEN Co. over Departee Creek carry?
About 813 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SH 157/INDEPEN Co. over Departee Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns SH 157/INDEPEN Co. over Departee Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.