US Bridges

US 71-SCOTT Co. over Johnson Creek Tributary

Good

Scott County, Arkansas · 4.61 MI NE Polk CO LN · Structure no. 0000000000M1367

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,600
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 71-SCOTT Co. over Johnson Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying US 71-SCOTT Co. over Johnson Creek Tributary in Scott County, Arkansas. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 years old, older than the Arkansas average of 45.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,600 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,416 by 2028. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesUS 71-SCOTT Co.
CrossesJohnson Creek Tributary
Location4.61 MI NE Polk CO LN
RouteU.S. Route 71
Coordinates34.72481, -94.12787
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length32 ft (9.8 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 traffic2,600 (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 Johnson Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 71-SCOTT Co. over Johnson Creek Tributary in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.

How much traffic does US 71-SCOTT Co. over Johnson Creek Tributary carry?

About 2,600 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is US 71-SCOTT Co. over Johnson Creek Tributary?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns US 71-SCOTT Co. over Johnson Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.