CR 37 Newton over Branch
FairNewton County, Arkansas · .65 So JCT SH 74 & CR 37 · Structure no. 000000000018392
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 40 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 132
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 37 Newton over Branch is a steel culvert carrying CR 37 Newton over Branch in Newton County, Arkansas. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 132 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 87 by 2007. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 37 Newton over Branch built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 37 Newton over Branch 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does CR 37 Newton over Branch carry?
About 132 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is CR 37 Newton over Branch?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns CR 37 Newton over Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.