US Bridges

U.S 71 SEC.06-6.46 over Cossatot River Relief

Good

Sevier County, Arkansas · 7.1 Mi. East of Dequeen · Structure no. 000000000006818

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
212 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
6,800
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S 71 SEC.06-6.46 over Cossatot River Relief is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S 71 SEC.06-6.46 over Cossatot River Relief in Sevier County, Arkansas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 years old, younger than the Arkansas average of 45.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 6,800 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,719 by 2028. The structure is 212 ft (64.6 m) long and 78 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S 71 SEC.06-6.46
CrossesCossatot River Relief
Location7.1 Mi. East of Dequeen
RouteU.S. Route 71
CountySevier County
StateArkansas
Coordinates34.04637, -94.20933
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length212 ft (64.6 m)
Longest span46 ft (14 m)
Deck width78 ft (23.8 m)
Roadway width75 ft (22.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,800 (2018)
Projected traffic6,719 by 2028
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 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 U.S 71 SEC.06-6.46 over Cossatot River Relief built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S 71 SEC.06-6.46 over Cossatot River Relief in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.

How much traffic does U.S 71 SEC.06-6.46 over Cossatot River Relief carry?

About 6,800 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is U.S 71 SEC.06-6.46 over Cossatot River Relief?

The structure is 212 ft (64.6 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 78 ft wide.

Who owns U.S 71 SEC.06-6.46 over Cossatot River Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.