US Bridges

US 71 - Scott Co. over Scott Creek

Fair

Scott County, Arkansas · 1.0 MI S SH 28 · Structure no. 0000000000X0216

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,476
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 71 - Scott Co. over Scott Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 71 - Scott Co. over Scott Creek in Scott County, Arkansas. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 5,476 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,344 by 2028. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 71 - Scott Co.
CrossesScott Creek
Location1.0 MI S SH 28
RouteU.S. Route 71
CountyScott County
StateArkansas
Coordinates34.92537, -94.10525
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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,476 (2018)
Projected traffic6,344 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 Scott Creek built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 71 - Scott Co. over Scott Creek 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does US 71 - Scott Co. over Scott Creek carry?

About 5,476 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 71 - Scott Co. over Scott Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 71 - Scott Co. over Scott Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.