US Bridges

SH 124 over Clear Creek

Good

Pope County, Arkansas · 0.9 M S JCT HWY 164 & 124 · Structure no. 0000000000M1875

Built
1936
89 years old, rebuilt 1955
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,484
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 124 over Clear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 124 over Clear Creek in Pope County, Arkansas. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1955, so it is 89 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 2,484 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,193 by 2028. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

CarriesSH 124
CrossesClear Creek
Location0.9 M S JCT HWY 164 & 124
RouteState Highway 124
Coordinates35.36217, -93.00262
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating87 US tons
Inventory rating52 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.4 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 traffic2,484 (2018)
Projected traffic3,193 by 2028
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.9 mi (40 km)
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 SH 124 over Clear Creek built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1955.

What condition is SH 124 over Clear 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does SH 124 over Clear Creek carry?

About 2,484 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is SH 124 over Clear Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SH 124 over Clear Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.