US 79 S-7 Lm 4.78 over Panther Creek
FairCleveland County, Arkansas · 0.8 MI NE of Kingsland · Structure no. 0000000000M1457
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 75 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,750
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 79 S-7 Lm 4.78 over Panther Creek is a concrete slab carrying US 79 S-7 Lm 4.78 over Panther Creek in Cleveland County, Arkansas. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older than the Arkansas average of 45.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 2,750 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,535 by 2028. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 55.9 mi (90 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 79 S-7 Lm 4.78 over Panther Creek built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 79 S-7 Lm 4.78 over Panther Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.
How much traffic does US 79 S-7 Lm 4.78 over Panther Creek carry?
About 2,750 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 79 S-7 Lm 4.78 over Panther Creek?
The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns US 79 S-7 Lm 4.78 over Panther Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.