US Bridges

SH/56 Izard County over Spring Creek

Good

Izard County, Arkansas · 0.6 MI E JCT SH 223 & 56 · Structure no. 0000000000M1020

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,976
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH/56 Izard County over Spring Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH/56 Izard County over Spring Creek in Izard County, Arkansas. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 1,976 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,335 by 2028. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.2 mi (55 km).

Location

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CarriesSH/56 Izard County
CrossesSpring Creek
Location0.6 MI E JCT SH 223 & 56
RouteState Highway 56
CountyIzard County
StateArkansas
Coordinates36.14499, -92.10992
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum 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 length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,976 (2017)
Projected traffic2,335 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.2 mi (55 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/56 Izard County over Spring Creek built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH/56 Izard County over Spring 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does SH/56 Izard County over Spring Creek carry?

About 1,976 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH/56 Izard County over Spring Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns SH/56 Izard County over Spring Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.