US Bridges

I-30 M.L. & Fr. RD over Mcneil Creek

Fair

Saline County, Arkansas · I-30 Log 117.57 · Structure no. 0000000000X0121

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
71,872
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-30 M.L. & Fr. RD over Mcneil Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I-30 M.L. & Fr. RD 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 5 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 71,872 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 91,900 by 2038. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesI-30 M.L. & Fr. RD
CrossesMcneil Creek
LocationI-30 Log 117.57
RouteInterstate 30
CountySaline County
StateArkansas
Coordinates34.58035, -92.57927
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 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 loadH 20
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic71,872 (2018)
Projected traffic91,900 by 2038
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure10
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 M.L. & Fr. RD over Mcneil Creek built?

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

What condition is I-30 M.L. & Fr. RD 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 M.L. & Fr. RD over Mcneil Creek carry?

About 71,872 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is I-30 M.L. & Fr. RD over Mcneil Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns I-30 M.L. & Fr. RD over Mcneil Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.