US Bridges

SH 313-SEC 1- 4.42 over Creek

Fair

Lafayette County, Arkansas · 4.42 MI NW JCT SH 53 · Structure no. 0000000000M4105

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
24 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
440
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 313-SEC 1- 4.42 over Creek is a steel culvert carrying SH 313-SEC 1- 4.42 over Creek in Lafayette County, Arkansas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 5 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 440 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 664 by 2028. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 313-SEC 1- 4.42
CrossesCreek
Location4.42 MI NW JCT SH 53
RouteState Highway 313
CountyLafayette County
StateArkansas
Coordinates33.29665, -93.55724
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic440 (2018)
Projected traffic664 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 313-SEC 1- 4.42 over Creek built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 313-SEC 1- 4.42 over 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does SH 313-SEC 1- 4.42 over Creek carry?

About 440 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH 313-SEC 1- 4.42 over Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns SH 313-SEC 1- 4.42 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.