US Highway 71 over Kings Relief - Scott Co.
FairScott County, Arkansas · 0.40 MI N of JCT SH 23&71 · Structure no. 000000000000316
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old, rebuilt 1981
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,700
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 71 over Kings Relief - Scott Co. is a concrete slab carrying US Highway 71 over Kings Relief - Scott Co. in Scott County, Arkansas. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1981, so it is 97 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 4,700 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,222 by 2028. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Highway 71 over Kings Relief - Scott Co. built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1981.
What condition is US Highway 71 over Kings Relief - Scott Co. 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 Highway 71 over Kings Relief - Scott Co. carry?
About 4,700 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 71 over Kings Relief - Scott Co.?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US Highway 71 over Kings Relief - Scott Co.?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.