US Bridges

SH 329 SEC.01-5.50 over Dott Creek

Good

Sevier County, Arkansas · 2.0 MI NE JCT SH 24 & 329 · Structure no. 000000000004050

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
990
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 329 SEC.01-5.50 over Dott Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 329 SEC.01-5.50 over Dott Creek in Sevier County, Arkansas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 years old, older 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 990 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,132 by 2028. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 km).

CarriesSH 329 SEC.01-5.50
CrossesDott Creek
Location2.0 MI NE JCT SH 24 & 329
RouteState Highway 329
Coordinates33.9982, -94.25447
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating39 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic990 (2018)
Projected traffic1,132 by 2028
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.1 mi (34 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 329 SEC.01-5.50 over Dott Creek built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 329 SEC.01-5.50 over Dott Creek 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 SH 329 SEC.01-5.50 over Dott Creek carry?

About 990 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is SH 329 SEC.01-5.50 over Dott Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SH 329 SEC.01-5.50 over Dott Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.