US Bridges

US 167/INDEPEND. over Kyler Creek

Good

Independence County, Arkansas · 8.3 Mi. N. Jct. 167 & 157 · Structure no. 0000000000X1142

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,788
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 167/INDEPEND. over Kyler Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 167/INDEPEND. over Kyler 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 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 7,788 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,317 by 2028. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long.

CarriesUS 167/INDEPEND.
CrossesKyler Creek
Location8.3 Mi. N. Jct. 167 & 157
RouteU.S. Route 167
Coordinates35.67035, -91.61215
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating33 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length37 ft (11.3 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 traffic7,788 (2018)
Projected traffic8,317 by 2028
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 167/INDEPEND. over Kyler Creek built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 167/INDEPEND. over Kyler 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does US 167/INDEPEND. over Kyler Creek carry?

About 7,788 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 167/INDEPEND. over Kyler Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 167/INDEPEND. over Kyler Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.