US Bridges

I-530 Ml Lm 23.86 over Creek (jefferson Exit)

Good

Jefferson County, Arkansas · 0.1 MI S Exit 24-JEFFERSN · Structure no. 0000000000X0327

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
24,977
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-530 Ml Lm 23.86 over Creek (jefferson Exit) is a concrete culvert carrying I-530 Ml Lm 23.86 over Creek (jefferson Exit) in Jefferson County, Arkansas. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 24,977 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,100 by 2038. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesI-530 Ml Lm 23.86
CrossesCreek (jefferson Exit)
Location0.1 MI S Exit 24-JEFFERSN
RouteInterstate 530
Coordinates34.38575, -92.18151
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 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 rating32 US tons
Inventory rating19 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic24,977 (2018)
Projected traffic35,100 by 2038
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 I-530 Ml Lm 23.86 over Creek (jefferson Exit) built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-530 Ml Lm 23.86 over Creek (jefferson Exit) 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does I-530 Ml Lm 23.86 over Creek (jefferson Exit) carry?

About 24,977 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is I-530 Ml Lm 23.86 over Creek (jefferson Exit)?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns I-530 Ml Lm 23.86 over Creek (jefferson Exit)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.