US 79 Sec 4 SB L over UPRR & St.Sw RR
GoodOuachita County, Arkansas · .13 MI E JCT SH 7 · Structure no. 0000000000A5347
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 353 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,000
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 79 Sec 4 SB L over UPRR & St.Sw RR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 79 Sec 4 SB L over UPRR & St.Sw RR in Ouachita County, Arkansas. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, older 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 6,000 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,600 by 2038. The structure is 353 ft (107.6 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 79 Sec 4 SB L over UPRR & St.Sw RR built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 79 Sec 4 SB L over UPRR & St.Sw RR 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 2024.
How much traffic does US 79 Sec 4 SB L over UPRR & St.Sw RR carry?
About 6,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 79 Sec 4 SB L over UPRR & St.Sw RR?
The structure is 353 ft (107.6 m) long with a longest span of 71 ft (21.6 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 79 Sec 4 SB L over UPRR & St.Sw RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.