SH 172 S-0 Lm 1.59 over Creek
PoorUnion County, Arkansas · 1.62 MI N JCT US82 · Structure no. 0000000000M4090
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 27 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 416
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 172 S-0 Lm 1.59 over Creek is a steel culvert carrying SH 172 S-0 Lm 1.59 over Creek in Union County, Arkansas. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger than the Arkansas average of 45.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 416 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 465 by 2028. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 172 S-0 Lm 1.59 over Creek built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 172 S-0 Lm 1.59 over Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does SH 172 S-0 Lm 1.59 over Creek carry?
About 416 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SH 172 S-0 Lm 1.59 over Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns SH 172 S-0 Lm 1.59 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.