US 71-POLK CO over Lewis Creek
FairPolk County, Arkansas · 4.74 MI N of JCT 71 & 88E · Structure no. 0000000000M1361
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,371
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 71-POLK CO over Lewis Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 71-POLK CO over Lewis Creek in Polk County, Arkansas. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 6 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 5,371 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,478 by 2028. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 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 Lewis Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 71-POLK CO over Lewis 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 71-POLK CO over Lewis Creek carry?
About 5,371 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 71-POLK CO over Lewis Creek?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns US 71-POLK CO over Lewis Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.