US Bridges

SH242/ SEC1/ L7.95 over Fletcher Creek

Good

Phillips County, Arkansas · 2.15 MI E JCT SH 1 &242 · Structure no. 0000000000X1455

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
54 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,300
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH242/ SEC1/ L7.95 over Fletcher Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH242/ SEC1/ L7.95 over Fletcher Creek in Phillips County, Arkansas. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 1,300 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,800 by 2034. The structure is 54 ft (16.4 m) long.

Location

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CarriesSH242/ SEC1/ L7.95
CrossesFletcher Creek
Location2.15 MI E JCT SH 1 &242
RouteState Highway 242
CountyPhillips County
StateArkansas
Coordinates34.59853, -90.73059
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating26 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHL 93
Structure length54 ft (16.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,300 (2019)
Projected traffic1,800 by 2034
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 SH242/ SEC1/ L7.95 over Fletcher Creek built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH242/ SEC1/ L7.95 over Fletcher 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does SH242/ SEC1/ L7.95 over Fletcher Creek carry?

About 1,300 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is SH242/ SEC1/ L7.95 over Fletcher Creek?

The structure is 54 ft (16.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SH242/ SEC1/ L7.95 over Fletcher Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.