US Bridges

US 71 SEC.05- 6.21 over Woolsey Creek

Good

Sevier County, Arkansas · 6.2 MI N of Little River · Structure no. 0000000000M1345

Built
1934
91 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,900
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 71 SEC.05- 6.21 over Woolsey Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 71 SEC.05- 6.21 over Woolsey Creek in Sevier County, Arkansas. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 years old, older 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 4,900 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,479 by 2028. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

CarriesUS 71 SEC.05- 6.21
CrossesWoolsey Creek
Location6.2 MI N of Little River
RouteU.S. Route 71
Coordinates33.87282, -94.1653
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 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 traffic4,900 (2018)
Projected traffic4,479 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 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 US 71 SEC.05- 6.21 over Woolsey Creek built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 71 SEC.05- 6.21 over Woolsey Creek 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does US 71 SEC.05- 6.21 over Woolsey Creek carry?

About 4,900 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 71 SEC.05- 6.21 over Woolsey Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 71 SEC.05- 6.21 over Woolsey Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.