US Bridges

SH 9 Izard County over Hurricane Creek

Fair

Izard County, Arkansas · 1.8 M N SH 69 · Structure no. 000000000002634

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,398
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 9 Izard County over Hurricane Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 9 Izard County over Hurricane Creek in Izard County, Arkansas. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 years old, older 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 3,398 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,244 by 2028. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 46 mi (74 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 9 Izard County
CrossesHurricane Creek
Location1.8 M N SH 69
RouteState Highway 9
CountyIzard County
StateArkansas
Coordinates36.08185, -91.91362
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,398 (2018)
Projected traffic3,244 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed46 mi (74 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 SH 9 Izard County over Hurricane Creek built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 9 Izard County over Hurricane 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SH 9 Izard County over Hurricane Creek carry?

About 3,398 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH 9 Izard County over Hurricane Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns SH 9 Izard County over Hurricane Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.