US 71 SEC.06- 1.49 over Little Russey Creek
FairPosted for loadSevier County, Arkansas · 1.5 MI N of Lockesburg · Structure no. 000000000002028
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 104 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,000
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 71 SEC.06- 1.49 over Little Russey Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 71 SEC.06- 1.49 over Little Russey Creek in Sevier County, Arkansas. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 6,000 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,977 by 2028. The structure is 104 ft (31.7 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 71 SEC.06- 1.49 over Little Russey Creek built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 71 SEC.06- 1.49 over Little Russey 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 71 SEC.06- 1.49 over Little Russey Creek carry?
About 6,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 71 SEC.06- 1.49 over Little Russey Creek?
The structure is 104 ft (31.7 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns US 71 SEC.06- 1.49 over Little Russey Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.