US Bridges

US49/SEC-10/L15.72 over Lick Creek

Good

Phillips County, Arkansas · 1.62 M W of Walnut Corner · Structure no. 0000000000X0791

Built
1990
35 years old, rebuilt 2004
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
49 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
5,297
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US49/SEC-10/L15.72 over Lick Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US49/SEC-10/L15.72 over Lick Creek in Phillips County, Arkansas. It was built in 1990 and reconstructed in 2004, so it is 35 years old, younger 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 5,297 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,776 by 2028. The structure is 49 ft (14.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

CarriesUS49/SEC-10/L15.72
CrossesLick Creek
Location1.62 M W of Walnut Corner
RouteU.S. Route 49
Coordinates34.55526, -90.79718
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadH 20
Structure length49 ft (14.8 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,297 (2018)
Projected traffic6,776 by 2028
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US49/SEC-10/L15.72 over Lick Creek built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.

What condition is US49/SEC-10/L15.72 over Lick 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does US49/SEC-10/L15.72 over Lick Creek carry?

About 5,297 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US49/SEC-10/L15.72 over Lick Creek?

The structure is 49 ft (14.8 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns US49/SEC-10/L15.72 over Lick Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.