US Bridges

SH-78/SEC-3/L0.59 over Spring Creek

Good

Lee County, Arkansas · 0.59 MI W of JCT SH 121 · Structure no. 0000000000X1704

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
150
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH-78/SEC-3/L0.59 over Spring Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH-78/SEC-3/L0.59 over Spring Creek in Lee County, Arkansas. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 150 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 200 by 2040. The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

Location

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CarriesSH-78/SEC-3/L0.59
CrossesSpring Creek
Location0.59 MI W of JCT SH 121
RouteState Highway 78
CountyLee County
StateArkansas
Coordinates34.71657, -90.91072
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating85 US tons
Inventory rating66 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 width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic150 (2020)
Projected traffic200 by 2040
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 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-78/SEC-3/L0.59 over Spring Creek built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH-78/SEC-3/L0.59 over Spring 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does SH-78/SEC-3/L0.59 over Spring Creek carry?

About 150 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SH-78/SEC-3/L0.59 over Spring Creek?

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

Who owns SH-78/SEC-3/L0.59 over Spring Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.