US Bridges

I -30 Log 116.17 over Mcneil Creek

Fair

Saline County, Arkansas · 0.5 MI SW of SH 5 at Betn · Structure no. 0000000000M3032

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
68,000
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I -30 Log 116.17 over Mcneil Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I -30 Log 116.17 over Mcneil Creek in Saline County, Arkansas. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 68,000 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 87,966 by 2028. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesI -30 Log 116.17
CrossesMcneil Creek
Location0.5 MI SW of SH 5 at Betn
RouteInterstate 30
Coordinates34.56797, -92.59822
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic68,000 (2018)
Projected traffic87,966 by 2028
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 I -30 Log 116.17 over Mcneil Creek built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is I -30 Log 116.17 over Mcneil 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does I -30 Log 116.17 over Mcneil Creek carry?

About 68,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is I -30 Log 116.17 over Mcneil Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns I -30 Log 116.17 over Mcneil Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.