US Bridges

US 63 S-18 LM17.29 over Creek

Good

Union County, Arkansas · 0.42 MI E of US 167 · Structure no. 0000000000M0407

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1999
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,600
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 63 S-18 LM17.29 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 63 S-18 LM17.29 over Creek in Union County, Arkansas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 95 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 7,600 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,793 by 2028. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 91 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).

CarriesUS 63 S-18 LM17.29
CrossesCreek
Location0.42 MI E of US 167
RouteU.S. Route 63
Coordinates33.21526, -92.62725
Functional classUrban 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 inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width91 ft (27.7 m)
Roadway width57 ft (17.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,600 (2018)
Projected traffic9,793 by 2028
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.7 mi (35 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 US 63 S-18 LM17.29 over Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.

What condition is US 63 S-18 LM17.29 over 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does US 63 S-18 LM17.29 over Creek carry?

About 7,600 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is US 63 S-18 LM17.29 over Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 91 ft wide.

Who owns US 63 S-18 LM17.29 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.