Fort Smith Blvd over Vache Grasse Creek BR018
GoodPosted for loadSebastian County, Arkansas · 2.37 MI E JCT 1st Ave · Structure no. 000000000023391
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 182 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 1984 count
- Owner
- State
- Other State Agency
About this bridge
Fort Smith Blvd over Vache Grasse Creek BR018 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Fort Smith Blvd over Vache Grasse Creek BR018 in Sebastian County, Arkansas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 100 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 120 by 2004. The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Fort Smith Blvd over Vache Grasse Creek BR018 built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is Fort Smith Blvd over Vache Grasse Creek BR018 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 Fort Smith Blvd over Vache Grasse Creek BR018 carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (1984 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Fort Smith Blvd over Vache Grasse Creek BR018?
The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Fort Smith Blvd over Vache Grasse Creek BR018?
It is owned by the Other State Agency.