US Bridges

C.R. 10 -D- 9.69 over Branch of Beech Creek

Good

Miller County, Arkansas · 3 MI N of Fouke · Structure no. 000000000020807

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,631
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

C.R. 10 -D- 9.69 over Branch of Beech Creek is a concrete culvert carrying C.R. 10 -D- 9.69 over Branch of Beech Creek in Miller County, Arkansas. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 2,631 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 201 by 2009. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesC.R. 10 -D- 9.69
CrossesBranch of Beech Creek
Location3 MI N of Fouke
RouteCounty Highway 10
Coordinates33.31138, -93.86527
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 inspectionAugust 2023
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39 US tons
Inventory rating23 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,631 (2018)
Projected traffic201 by 2009
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was C.R. 10 -D- 9.69 over Branch of Beech Creek built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is C.R. 10 -D- 9.69 over Branch of Beech 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does C.R. 10 -D- 9.69 over Branch of Beech Creek carry?

About 2,631 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is C.R. 10 -D- 9.69 over Branch of Beech Creek?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns C.R. 10 -D- 9.69 over Branch of Beech Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.