US Bridges

US 79-09 Lm 10.83 over Nevins Creek

Good

Jefferson County, Arkansas · 1.0 MI SW SH54-WATSONCHP · Structure no. 000000000006571

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2021
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
107 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,300
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 79-09 Lm 10.83 over Nevins Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 79-09 Lm 10.83 over Nevins Creek in Jefferson County, Arkansas. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger 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 7,300 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,867 by 2028. The structure is 107 ft (32.6 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesUS 79-09 Lm 10.83
CrossesNevins Creek
Location1.0 MI SW SH54-WATSONCHP
RouteU.S. Route 79
Coordinates34.18049, -92.07732
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length107 ft (32.6 m)
Longest span41 ft (12.5 m)
Deck width67 ft (20.5 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,300 (2018)
Projected traffic8,867 by 2028
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 79-09 Lm 10.83 over Nevins Creek built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 79-09 Lm 10.83 over Nevins 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 October 2021.

How much traffic does US 79-09 Lm 10.83 over Nevins Creek carry?

About 7,300 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 79-09 Lm 10.83 over Nevins Creek?

The structure is 107 ft (32.6 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.

Who owns US 79-09 Lm 10.83 over Nevins Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.