US Bridges

SH 124 over Gum Log Creek

Good

Pope County, Arkansas · 5.77 MI NE of JCT SH 7 · Structure no. 0000000000X0967

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,800
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 124 over Gum Log Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 124 over Gum Log Creek in Pope County, Arkansas. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 4,800 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,259 by 2028. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesSH 124
CrossesGum Log Creek
Location5.77 MI NE of JCT SH 7
RouteState Highway 124
Coordinates35.33272, -93.06145
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55 US tons
Inventory rating33 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,800 (2018)
Projected traffic6,259 by 2028
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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 Gum Log Creek built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 124 over Gum Log 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does SH 124 over Gum Log Creek carry?

About 4,800 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is SH 124 over Gum Log Creek?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns SH 124 over Gum Log Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.