SH 7 Newton over Harp Creek
FairNewton County, Arkansas · 2.14 Miles South of Dogpa · Structure no. 000000000000585
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 117 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,400
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 7 Newton over Harp Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying SH 7 Newton over Harp Creek in Newton County, Arkansas. It was built in 1928, so it is 97 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 2,400 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,741 by 2028. The structure is 117 ft (35.8 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 7 Newton over Harp Creek built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 7 Newton over Harp 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does SH 7 Newton over Harp Creek carry?
About 2,400 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is SH 7 Newton over Harp Creek?
The structure is 117 ft (35.8 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.
Who owns SH 7 Newton over Harp Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.