SH 43 Newton over Ponca Creek
FairNewton County, Arkansas · 4.94 MI N JCT SH 21 & 43 · Structure no. 0000000000M0897
- Built
- 1946
- 79 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 470
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 43 Newton over Ponca Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 43 Newton over Ponca Creek in Newton County, Arkansas. It was built in 1946, so it is 79 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 6 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 470 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 536 by 2028. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 43 Newton over Ponca Creek built?
It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 43 Newton over Ponca 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does SH 43 Newton over Ponca Creek carry?
About 470 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SH 43 Newton over Ponca Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns SH 43 Newton over Ponca Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.