US Highway 71 over Old Freedom Cr- Scott CO
FairPosted for loadScott County, Arkansas · 5.69 MI No of JCT SH 28 · Structure no. 000000000000320
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old, rebuilt 1981
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,500
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 71 over Old Freedom Cr- Scott CO is a concrete slab carrying US Highway 71 over Old Freedom Cr- 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 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 5,500 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,700 by 2038. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 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 | 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, 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 Highway 71 over Old Freedom Cr- 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 Old Freedom Cr- 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US Highway 71 over Old Freedom Cr- Scott CO carry?
About 5,500 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 71 over Old Freedom Cr- Scott CO?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US Highway 71 over Old Freedom Cr- Scott CO?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.