SH 43 Newton over Whitely Creek
GoodNewton County, Arkansas · 0.86 MI No SH 21 & 43 · Structure no. 0000000000X0381
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 64 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 510
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 43 Newton over Whitely Creek is a steel culvert carrying SH 43 Newton over Whitely Creek in Newton County, Arkansas. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 510 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 536 by 2028. The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 43 Newton over Whitely Creek built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 43 Newton over Whitely 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does SH 43 Newton over Whitely Creek carry?
About 510 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SH 43 Newton over Whitely Creek?
The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns SH 43 Newton over Whitely Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.