US Bridges

US 71 - Scott Co. over Packsaddle Branch

Fair

Scott County, Arkansas · 2.75 MI N JCT SH 28 West · Structure no. 0000000000X0748

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,500
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 71 - Scott Co. over Packsaddle Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 71 - Scott Co. over Packsaddle Branch in Scott County, Arkansas. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 5,500 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,954 by 2028. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 71 - Scott Co.
CrossesPacksaddle Branch
Location2.75 MI N JCT SH 28 West
RouteU.S. Route 71
CountyScott County
StateArkansas
Coordinates34.97169, -94.09578
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 inspectionJune 2023
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 rating54 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
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 traffic5,500 (2018)
Projected traffic6,954 by 2028
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 Packsaddle Branch built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 71 - Scott Co. over Packsaddle 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 June 2023.

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

About 5,500 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US 71 - Scott Co. over Packsaddle Branch?

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 Packsaddle Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.