US Bridges

US Highway 71 over Creek

Fair

Scott County, Arkansas · 2.2 MI N Logan CO Line · Structure no. 0000000000X0420

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,200
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US Highway 71 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US Highway 71 over Creek in Scott County, Arkansas. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 years old, younger 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 5,200 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,710 by 2028. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesUS Highway 71
CrossesCreek
Location2.2 MI N Logan CO Line
RouteU.S. Route 71
Coordinates35.06909, -94.17937
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 inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 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 traffic5,200 (2018)
Projected traffic6,710 by 2028
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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 Creek built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is US Highway 71 over 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does US Highway 71 over Creek carry?

About 5,200 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US Highway 71 over Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns US Highway 71 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.