US Bridges

SH 183 Log 0.42 over Depot Creek

Fair

Saline County, Arkansas · 0.42 MI E JCT SH 35 & 183 · Structure no. 0000000000M2245

Built
1934
91 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,000
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 183 Log 0.42 over Depot Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 183 Log 0.42 over Depot Creek in Saline County, Arkansas. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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 8,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,071 by 2028. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 183 Log 0.42
CrossesDepot Creek
Location0.42 MI E JCT SH 35 & 183
RouteState Highway 183
CountySaline County
StateArkansas
Coordinates34.55685, -92.56221
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,000 (2018)
Projected traffic9,071 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 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 183 Log 0.42 over Depot Creek built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 183 Log 0.42 over Depot 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does SH 183 Log 0.42 over Depot Creek carry?

About 8,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH 183 Log 0.42 over Depot Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns SH 183 Log 0.42 over Depot Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.