US Bridges

SH 27 over Creek

Good

Yell County, Arkansas · 1.34 M N of SH 10 · Structure no. 0000000000M0658

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,932
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 27 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 27 over Creek in Yell County, Arkansas. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 4,932 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,253 by 2028. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 27
CrossesCreek
Location1.34 M N of SH 10
RouteState Highway 27
CountyYell County
StateArkansas
Coordinates35.08059, -93.39286
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2022
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 rating35.1 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,932 (2018)
Projected traffic6,253 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 over Creek built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 27 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 2022.

How much traffic does SH 27 over Creek carry?

About 4,932 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH 27 over Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns SH 27 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.