US Bridges

SH 123 over Creek

Good

Johnson County, Arkansas · 0.8 M E JCT SH 292 & 123 · Structure no. 0000000000M1867

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
730
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 123 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 123 over Creek in Johnson County, Arkansas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 730 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,204 by 2028. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesSH 123
CrossesCreek
Location0.8 M E JCT SH 292 & 123
RouteState Highway 123
Coordinates35.51409, -93.35072
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic730 (2018)
Projected traffic1,204 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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 123 over Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 123 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does SH 123 over Creek carry?

About 730 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH 123 over Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns SH 123 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.