US Bridges

SH 1-16- Lm 2.29 over Creek

Fair

Poinsett County, Arkansas · 2.29 MI N JCT SH 14 · Structure no. 0000000000X0293

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,700
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 1-16- Lm 2.29 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 1-16- Lm 2.29 over Creek in Poinsett County, Arkansas. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 6,700 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,202 by 2028. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 1-16- Lm 2.29
CrossesCreek
Location2.29 MI N JCT SH 14
RouteState Highway 1
CountyPoinsett County
StateArkansas
Coordinates35.59836, -90.72258
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating29 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 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 traffic6,700 (2018)
Projected traffic7,202 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 SH 1-16- Lm 2.29 over Creek built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 1-16- Lm 2.29 over 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does SH 1-16- Lm 2.29 over Creek carry?

About 6,700 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH 1-16- Lm 2.29 over Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SH 1-16- Lm 2.29 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.