US Bridges

SH 124 over Creek

Good

Pope County, Arkansas · 0.47 M N JCT US 64 · Structure no. 0000000000X1339

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
19,215
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 124 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 124 over Creek in Pope County, Arkansas. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 19,215 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,797 by 2027. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesSH 124
CrossesCreek
Location0.47 M N JCT US 64
RouteState Highway 124
Coordinates35.28499, -93.10681
Functional classUrban 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 inspectionOctober 2024
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,215 (2016)
Projected traffic19,797 by 2027
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 124 over Creek built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 124 over 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 2024.

How much traffic does SH 124 over Creek carry?

About 19,215 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is SH 124 over Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns SH 124 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.