US 79 S-6 Lm 1.02 over Caney Creek
FairDallas County, Arkansas · US 79B/SH 273 · Structure no. 0000000000M1453
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old, rebuilt 1978
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,200
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 79 S-6 Lm 1.02 over Caney Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 79 S-6 Lm 1.02 over Caney Creek in Dallas County, Arkansas. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 1978, so it is 60 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 8,200 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,709 by 2028. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.9 mi (61 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 79 S-6 Lm 1.02 over Caney Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1978.
What condition is US 79 S-6 Lm 1.02 over Caney 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US 79 S-6 Lm 1.02 over Caney Creek carry?
About 8,200 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 79 S-6 Lm 1.02 over Caney Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns US 79 S-6 Lm 1.02 over Caney Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.