US Bridges

US79 S-1 Lm 11.63 over Horsehead Relief

Fair

Columbia County, Arkansas · 5.5 MI S of Magnolia · Structure no. 0000000000M1445

Built
1928
97 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,700
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US79 S-1 Lm 11.63 over Horsehead Relief is a concrete culvert carrying US79 S-1 Lm 11.63 over Horsehead Relief in Columbia County, Arkansas. It was built in 1928, so it is 97 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 2,700 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,604 by 2027. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesUS79 S-1 Lm 11.63
CrossesHorsehead Relief
Location5.5 MI S of Magnolia
RouteU.S. Route 79
CountyColumbia County
StateArkansas
Coordinates33.17617, -93.20601
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 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
Deck geometry5: 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 rating39 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,700 (2018)
Projected traffic3,604 by 2027
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 US79 S-1 Lm 11.63 over Horsehead Relief built?

It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025.

What condition is US79 S-1 Lm 11.63 over Horsehead Relief 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does US79 S-1 Lm 11.63 over Horsehead Relief carry?

About 2,700 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US79 S-1 Lm 11.63 over Horsehead Relief?

The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns US79 S-1 Lm 11.63 over Horsehead Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.