US-70/SEC-19/L5.17 over St. Francis River
PoorPosted for loadSt. Francis County, Arkansas · 5.17 Miles East of SH 1 · Structure no. 000000000001391
- Built
- 1933
- 92 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 921 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,300
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-70/SEC-19/L5.17 over St. Francis River is a steel continuous truss - thru carrying US-70/SEC-19/L5.17 over St. Francis River in St. Francis County, Arkansas. It was built in 1933, so it is 92 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 3 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 1,300 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,210 by 2028. The structure is 921 ft (280.7 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-70/SEC-19/L5.17 over St. Francis River built?
It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-70/SEC-19/L5.17 over St. Francis 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US-70/SEC-19/L5.17 over St. Francis River carry?
About 1,300 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is US-70/SEC-19/L5.17 over St. Francis River?
The structure is 921 ft (280.7 m) long with a longest span of 233 ft (71 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns US-70/SEC-19/L5.17 over St. Francis River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.