US Bridges

SH 27 -Sec 01-4.83 over Trent Creek

Good

Sevier County, Arkansas · 0.1 M. East SH 317 · Structure no. 0000000000X0621

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,499
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 27 -Sec 01-4.83 over Trent Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 27 -Sec 01-4.83 over Trent Creek in Sevier County, Arkansas. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 1,499 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,617 by 2028. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

CarriesSH 27 -Sec 01-4.83
CrossesTrent Creek
Location0.1 M. East SH 317
RouteState Highway 27
Coordinates33.84868, -94.06526
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating33 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length44 ft (13.4 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 traffic1,499 (2018)
Projected traffic1,617 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 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 27 -Sec 01-4.83 over Trent Creek built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 27 -Sec 01-4.83 over Trent 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does SH 27 -Sec 01-4.83 over Trent Creek carry?

About 1,499 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH 27 -Sec 01-4.83 over Trent Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SH 27 -Sec 01-4.83 over Trent Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.