US Bridges

SH 117-02- Lm 7.29 over Denton Creek Branch

Good

Lawrence County, Arkansas · 7.29 MI E JCT SH 115 &117 · Structure no. 0000000000M1820

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,302
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 117-02- Lm 7.29 over Denton Creek Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 117-02- Lm 7.29 over Denton Creek Branch in Lawrence County, Arkansas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 1,302 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 937 by 2028. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

CarriesSH 117-02- Lm 7.29
CrossesDenton Creek Branch
Location7.29 MI E JCT SH 115 &117
RouteState Highway 117
Coordinates36.09148, -91.17984
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55 US tons
Inventory rating33 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length26 ft (7.8 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 traffic1,302 (2018)
Projected traffic937 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 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 117-02- Lm 7.29 over Denton Creek Branch built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 117-02- Lm 7.29 over Denton Creek Branch 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SH 117-02- Lm 7.29 over Denton Creek Branch carry?

About 1,302 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH 117-02- Lm 7.29 over Denton Creek Branch?

The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns SH 117-02- Lm 7.29 over Denton Creek Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.