US Bridges

US 63-03- Lm 11.21 over Creek

Fair

Lawrence County, Arkansas · 1.5 Mnw JCT 117&63 · Structure no. 0000000000X0888

Built
1929
96 years old, rebuilt 1997
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,597
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 63-03- Lm 11.21 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 63-03- Lm 11.21 over Creek in Lawrence County, Arkansas. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 96 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 6 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 6,597 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,872 by 2028. The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 63-03- Lm 11.21
CrossesCreek
Location1.5 Mnw JCT 117&63
RouteU.S. Route 63
CountyLawrence County
StateArkansas
Coordinates36.13596, -91.15818
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 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 rating37 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length21 ft (6.5 m)
Longest span7 ft (2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,597 (2018)
Projected traffic7,872 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.9 mi (40 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 63-03- Lm 11.21 over Creek built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.

What condition is US 63-03- Lm 11.21 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does US 63-03- Lm 11.21 over Creek carry?

About 6,597 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 63-03- Lm 11.21 over Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2 m).

Who owns US 63-03- Lm 11.21 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.