SH 74 Newton over Shelton Creek
FairNewton County, Arkansas · 7.63 Miles East of Jasper · Structure no. 0000000000M3900
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 40 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 380
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 74 Newton over Shelton Creek is a steel culvert carrying SH 74 Newton over Shelton Creek in Newton County, Arkansas. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 380 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 410 by 2028. 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 SH 74 Newton over Shelton Creek built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 74 Newton over Shelton 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does SH 74 Newton over Shelton Creek carry?
About 380 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SH 74 Newton over Shelton Creek?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns SH 74 Newton over Shelton Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.