US 167/INDEPEND CO over Possum Creek
FairIndependence County, Arkansas · 7.2 Mi. N. Jct. 167 & 157 · Structure no. 0000000000X1141
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,788
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 167/INDEPEND CO over Possum Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 167/INDEPEND CO over Possum Creek in Independence County, Arkansas. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 years old, younger 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 7,788 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,317 by 2028. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 167/INDEPEND CO over Possum Creek built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 167/INDEPEND CO over Possum 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does US 167/INDEPEND CO over Possum Creek carry?
About 7,788 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 167/INDEPEND CO over Possum Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US 167/INDEPEND CO over Possum Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.