US 71B-SCOTT Co. over Poteau River Relief
FairScott County, Arkansas · 1.99 MI S JCT US 71 · Structure no. 000000000001013
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 1991
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 105 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,200
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 71B-SCOTT Co. over Poteau River Relief is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying US 71B-SCOTT Co. over Poteau River Relief in Scott County, Arkansas. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 96 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 3,200 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,880 by 2028. The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 71B-SCOTT Co. over Poteau River Relief built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.
What condition is US 71B-SCOTT Co. over Poteau River Relief 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does US 71B-SCOTT Co. over Poteau River Relief carry?
About 3,200 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 71B-SCOTT Co. over Poteau River Relief?
The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 71B-SCOTT Co. over Poteau River Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.