US 79-B S-4 Lm 2.2 over Ouachita River
PoorPosted for loadOuachita County, Arkansas · 1.08 MI NE JCT SH 7 · Structure no. 000000000002466
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 1,000 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,700
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 79-B S-4 Lm 2.2 over Ouachita River is a steel truss - thru carrying US 79-B S-4 Lm 2.2 over Ouachita River in Ouachita County, Arkansas. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 years old, older than the Arkansas average of 45.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 3,700 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,100 by 2038. The structure is 1,000 ft (304.8 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 79-B S-4 Lm 2.2 over Ouachita River built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 79-B S-4 Lm 2.2 over Ouachita River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.
How much traffic does US 79-B S-4 Lm 2.2 over Ouachita River carry?
About 3,700 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is US 79-B S-4 Lm 2.2 over Ouachita River?
The structure is 1,000 ft (304.8 m) long with a longest span of 129 ft (39.3 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns US 79-B S-4 Lm 2.2 over Ouachita River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.