US Bridges

SH-238/SEC2/L8.715 over Hog Tusk Creek

Good

Lee County, Arkansas · 0.5 MI N US 79 · Structure no. 0000000000X1543

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
370
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH-238/SEC2/L8.715 over Hog Tusk Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH-238/SEC2/L8.715 over Hog Tusk Creek in Lee County, Arkansas. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 years old, younger 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 370 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 400 by 2038. The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSH-238/SEC2/L8.715
CrossesHog Tusk Creek
Location0.5 MI N US 79
RouteState Highway 238
CountyLee County
StateArkansas
Coordinates34.78309, -90.98833
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 inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length45 ft (13.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.9 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck99 ft (30.2 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic370 (2019)
Projected traffic400 by 2038
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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-238/SEC2/L8.715 over Hog Tusk Creek built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH-238/SEC2/L8.715 over Hog Tusk 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does SH-238/SEC2/L8.715 over Hog Tusk Creek carry?

About 370 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is SH-238/SEC2/L8.715 over Hog Tusk Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns SH-238/SEC2/L8.715 over Hog Tusk Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.