South 69th Street over Canal City of Ft. Smith
FairSebastian County, Arkansas · 135 S of Phoenix · Structure no. 000000000021775
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 777
- 2018 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
South 69th Street over Canal City of Ft. Smith is a concrete culvert carrying South 69th Street over Canal City of Ft. Smith in Sebastian County, Arkansas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 777 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 5 by 2007. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was South 69th Street over Canal City of Ft. Smith built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is South 69th Street over Canal City of Ft. Smith 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does South 69th Street over Canal City of Ft. Smith carry?
About 777 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is South 69th Street over Canal City of Ft. Smith?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns South 69th Street over Canal City of Ft. Smith?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.