SH 327 Newton over Henson Creek
GoodNewton County, Arkansas · 2.93 Miles South of the J · Structure no. 000000000005297
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 161 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 642
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 327 Newton over Henson Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 327 Newton over Henson Creek in Newton County, Arkansas. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 years old, older 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 642 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 700 by 2038. The structure is 161 ft (49.1 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 124.3 mi (200 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 327 Newton over Henson Creek built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 327 Newton over Henson 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 327 Newton over Henson Creek carry?
About 642 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is SH 327 Newton over Henson Creek?
The structure is 161 ft (49.1 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns SH 327 Newton over Henson Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.