US Bridges

US 82 S-5 Lm 9.99 over Creek

Good

Union County, Arkansas · 7.7 E JCT 57 & 82 · Structure no. 0000000000X0425

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,000
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 82 S-5 Lm 9.99 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 82 S-5 Lm 9.99 over Creek in Union County, Arkansas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 5,000 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,500 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 84 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

CarriesUS 82 S-5 Lm 9.99
CrossesCreek
Location7.7 E JCT 57 & 82
RouteU.S. Route 82
Coordinates33.21267, -92.8248
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating42 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width84 ft (25.6 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,000 (2018)
Projected traffic7,500 by 2033
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 82 S-5 Lm 9.99 over Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 82 S-5 Lm 9.99 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 82 S-5 Lm 9.99 over Creek carry?

About 5,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is US 82 S-5 Lm 9.99 over Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 84 ft wide.

Who owns US 82 S-5 Lm 9.99 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.