U.S.71 SEC.06-6.56 over Cossatot River
GoodSevier County, Arkansas · 7.0 Mi. East of Dequeen · Structure no. 000000000006819
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 462 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,800
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S.71 SEC.06-6.56 over Cossatot River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S.71 SEC.06-6.56 over Cossatot River 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 462 ft (140.8 m) long and 78 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S.71 SEC.06-6.56 over Cossatot River built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S.71 SEC.06-6.56 over Cossatot River 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.06-6.56 over Cossatot River carry?
About 6,800 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is U.S.71 SEC.06-6.56 over Cossatot River?
The structure is 462 ft (140.8 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 78 ft wide.
Who owns U.S.71 SEC.06-6.56 over Cossatot River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.