US Bridges

US 167-12 Log 6.45 over Maple Creek

Good

Saline County, Arkansas · .7 MI SW of JCT 530-167 · Structure no. 0000000000M2185

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
12,000
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 167-12 Log 6.45 over Maple Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 167-12 Log 6.45 over Maple Creek in Saline County, Arkansas. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 12,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,783 by 2028. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

CarriesUS 167-12 Log 6.45
CrossesMaple Creek
Location.7 MI SW of JCT 530-167
RouteU.S. Route 167
Coordinates34.56202, -92.27899
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionMarch 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 rating29 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 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 traffic12,000 (2018)
Projected traffic12,783 by 2028
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 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 US 167-12 Log 6.45 over Maple Creek built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 167-12 Log 6.45 over Maple 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does US 167-12 Log 6.45 over Maple Creek carry?

About 12,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 167-12 Log 6.45 over Maple Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 167-12 Log 6.45 over Maple Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.