US 71 - Polk CO over Six Mile Creek
PoorPosted for loadPolk County, Arkansas · 1.5 MI S of Hatfield · Structure no. 000000000002147
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 293 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,100
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 71 - Polk CO over Six Mile Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 71 - Polk CO over Six Mile Creek in Polk County, Arkansas. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 5,100 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,478 by 2028. The structure is 293 ft (89.3 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 71 - Polk CO over Six Mile Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 71 - Polk CO over Six Mile Creek 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US 71 - Polk CO over Six Mile Creek carry?
About 5,100 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 71 - Polk CO over Six Mile Creek?
The structure is 293 ft (89.3 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns US 71 - Polk CO over Six Mile Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.