US Bridges

US 79 -Sec 13 over White River; Rr;river RD

Good

Monroe County, Arkansas · 1.8 MI W SH 86 · Structure no. 000000000006830

Built
2015
10 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
9,468 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,200
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 79 -Sec 13 over White River; Rr;river RD is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 79 -Sec 13 over White River; Rr;river RD in Monroe County, Arkansas. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 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 3,200 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,200 by 2030. The structure is 9,468 ft (2,885.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.1 mi (71 km).

CarriesUS 79 -Sec 13
CrossesWhite River; Rr;river RD
Location1.8 MI W SH 86
RouteU.S. Route 79
Coordinates34.67367, -91.33777
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4 (+94 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length9,468 ft (2,885.8 m)
Longest span350 ft (106.7 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deck99 ft (30.2 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,200 (2018)
Projected traffic4,200 by 2030
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed44.1 mi (71 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—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 79 -Sec 13 over White River; Rr;river RD built?

It was built in 2015, making it 10 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 79 -Sec 13 over White River; Rr;river RD 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does US 79 -Sec 13 over White River; Rr;river RD carry?

About 3,200 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is US 79 -Sec 13 over White River; Rr;river RD?

The structure is 9,468 ft (2,885.8 m) long with a longest span of 350 ft (106.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns US 79 -Sec 13 over White River; Rr;river RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.