US 71-POLK CO over Thompson Creek
FairPosted for loadPolk County, Arkansas · 1.25 MI S JCT of SH 375 · Structure no. 000000000001919
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 42 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,700
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 71-POLK CO over Thompson Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 71-POLK CO over Thompson Creek in Polk County, Arkansas. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 5,700 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,900 by 2038. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 71-POLK CO over Thompson Creek built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 71-POLK CO over Thompson Creek 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US 71-POLK CO over Thompson Creek carry?
About 5,700 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 71-POLK CO over Thompson Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns US 71-POLK CO over Thompson Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.