US 79B S-4 Lm 2.72 over Palmer Bayou-Ouachita CO
FairOuachita County, Arkansas · .2 MI N JCT SH 7 · Structure no. 000000000001071
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 2,136 ft
- 61 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,300
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 79B S-4 Lm 2.72 over Palmer Bayou-Ouachita CO is a concrete tee beam carrying US 79B S-4 Lm 2.72 over Palmer Bayou-Ouachita CO in Ouachita County, Arkansas. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 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 5 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 2,300 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,500 by 2038. The structure is 2,136 ft (651.1 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 79B S-4 Lm 2.72 over Palmer Bayou-Ouachita CO built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 79B S-4 Lm 2.72 over Palmer Bayou-Ouachita CO 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does US 79B S-4 Lm 2.72 over Palmer Bayou-Ouachita CO carry?
About 2,300 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is US 79B S-4 Lm 2.72 over Palmer Bayou-Ouachita CO?
The structure is 2,136 ft (651.1 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.
Who owns US 79B S-4 Lm 2.72 over Palmer Bayou-Ouachita CO?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.