US Bridges

State Highway 248 over Haw Creek Tributary

Good

Scott County, Arkansas · 2.28 M W of US 71 · Structure no. 0000000000X1133

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
51 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
900
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

State Highway 248 over Haw Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying State Highway 248 over Haw Creek Tributary in Scott County, Arkansas. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 900 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,025 by 2028. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 124.3 mi (200 km).

CarriesState Highway 248
CrossesHaw Creek Tributary
Location2.28 M W of US 71
RouteState Highway 248
Coordinates34.8822, -94.15128
Functional classRural Major 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length51 ft (15.5 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck99 ft (30.2 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic900 (2018)
Projected traffic1,025 by 2028
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed124.3 mi (200 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 State Highway 248 over Haw Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is State Highway 248 over Haw Creek Tributary 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does State Highway 248 over Haw Creek Tributary carry?

About 900 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is State Highway 248 over Haw Creek Tributary?

The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns State Highway 248 over Haw Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.