US Bridges

SH 117-03- Lm 1.34 over Creek

Fair

Lawrence County, Arkansas · 1.37 MI E JCT US 63 · Structure no. 0000000000X0463

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,220
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 117-03- Lm 1.34 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 117-03- Lm 1.34 over Creek in Lawrence County, Arkansas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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 1,220 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,749 by 2028. The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 117-03- Lm 1.34
CrossesCreek
Location1.37 MI E JCT US 63
RouteState Highway 117
CountyLawrence County
StateArkansas
Coordinates36.10615, -91.09712
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 inspectionJuly 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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length21 ft (6.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,220 (2018)
Projected traffic1,749 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 117-03- Lm 1.34 over Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 117-03- Lm 1.34 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SH 117-03- Lm 1.34 over Creek carry?

About 1,220 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH 117-03- Lm 1.34 over Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SH 117-03- Lm 1.34 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.