US Bridges

US 71-SCOTT Co. over West Turner Branch

Fair

Scott County, Arkansas · 1.8ME NE of Polk CO LN · Structure no. 0000000000M1365

Built
1939
86 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,727
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 71-SCOTT Co. over West Turner Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 71-SCOTT Co. over West Turner Branch in Scott County, Arkansas. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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.

It carries about 2,727 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,416 by 2028. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 71-SCOTT Co.
CrossesWest Turner Branch
Location1.8ME NE of Polk CO LN
RouteU.S. Route 71
CountyScott County
StateArkansas
Coordinates34.70926, -94.17237
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating32 US tons
Inventory rating19 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,727 (2018)
Projected traffic3,416 by 2028
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 71-SCOTT Co. over West Turner Branch built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 71-SCOTT Co. over West Turner Branch 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does US 71-SCOTT Co. over West Turner Branch carry?

About 2,727 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is US 71-SCOTT Co. over West Turner Branch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns US 71-SCOTT Co. over West Turner Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.