US Bridges

US 65-15 Lm 12.60 over Creek

Good

Jefferson County, Arkansas · 2.4 MI S SH 199-LINWOOD · Structure no. 0000000000X1089

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,785
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 65-15 Lm 12.60 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 65-15 Lm 12.60 over Creek in Jefferson County, Arkansas. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 6,785 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,360 by 2028. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesUS 65-15 Lm 12.60
CrossesCreek
Location2.4 MI S SH 199-LINWOOD
RouteU.S. Route 65
Coordinates34.13264, -91.77725
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 inspectionJanuary 2024
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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,785 (2018)
Projected traffic8,360 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate 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 US 65-15 Lm 12.60 over Creek built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 65-15 Lm 12.60 over 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does US 65-15 Lm 12.60 over Creek carry?

About 6,785 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 65-15 Lm 12.60 over Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns US 65-15 Lm 12.60 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.