US Bridges

US Highway 71 over Clear Creek-Scott Co.

Fair

Scott County, Arkansas · 2.0 MI N Waldron Ark. · Structure no. 0000000000X0217

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,194
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US Highway 71 over Clear Creek-Scott Co. is a concrete culvert carrying US Highway 71 over Clear Creek-Scott Co. 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 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 6,194 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,600 by 2038. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesUS Highway 71
CrossesClear Creek-Scott Co.
Location2.0 MI N Waldron Ark.
RouteU.S. Route 71
Coordinates34.93993, -94.10216
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 inspectionJune 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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 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 traffic6,194 (2018)
Projected traffic7,600 by 2038
Trucks16%
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 Highway 71 over Clear Creek-Scott Co. built?

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

What condition is US Highway 71 over Clear Creek-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 June 2023.

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

About 6,194 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

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

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

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

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.