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US 70 Sec. 01-3.95 over Branch

Fair

Sevier County, Arkansas · 3.95 MI E Oklahoma ST Lin · Structure no. 0000000000M1298

Built
1947
78 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,805
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 70 Sec. 01-3.95 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 70 Sec. 01-3.95 over Branch in Sevier County, Arkansas. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 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 3,805 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,484 by 2028. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 70 Sec. 01-3.95
CrossesBranch
Location3.95 MI E Oklahoma ST Lin
RouteU.S. Route 70
CountySevier County
StateArkansas
Coordinates34.04564, -94.41012
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating39 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,805 (2018)
Projected traffic3,484 by 2028
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US 70 Sec. 01-3.95 over Branch built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 70 Sec. 01-3.95 over Branch 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 2024.

How much traffic does US 70 Sec. 01-3.95 over Branch carry?

About 3,805 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is US 70 Sec. 01-3.95 over Branch?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 70 Sec. 01-3.95 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.