U.S. Highway 71 NB over Hester Creek - Seb Co.
FairSebastian County, Arkansas · 0.25 MI N JCT HWY 10 · Structure no. 0000000000B5194
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 182 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,500
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. Highway 71 NB over Hester Creek - Seb Co. is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. Highway 71 NB over Hester Creek - Seb Co. 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 13,500 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,500 by 2038. The structure is 182 ft (55.6 m) long and 41 ft wide.
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. Highway 71 NB over Hester Creek - Seb Co. built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. Highway 71 NB over Hester Creek - Seb 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does U.S. Highway 71 NB over Hester Creek - Seb Co. carry?
About 13,500 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is U.S. Highway 71 NB over Hester Creek - Seb Co.?
The structure is 182 ft (55.6 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. Highway 71 NB over Hester Creek - Seb Co.?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.