US Bridges

US 71- 07- 6.94 over Drainage Ditch

Good

Sevier County, Arkansas · 7.26 MI N De Queen · Structure no. 0000000000M1347

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 2006
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,638
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 71- 07- 6.94 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 71- 07- 6.94 over Drainage Ditch in Sevier County, Arkansas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 2006, 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 4,638 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,848 by 2028. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 52.2 mi (84 km).

CarriesUS 71- 07- 6.94
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location7.26 MI N De Queen
RouteU.S. Route 71
Coordinates34.14221, -94.3144
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 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 traffic4,638 (2018)
Projected traffic5,848 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed52.2 mi (84 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- 07- 6.94 over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2006.

What condition is US 71- 07- 6.94 over Drainage Ditch 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 2024.

How much traffic does US 71- 07- 6.94 over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 4,638 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 71- 07- 6.94 over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 71- 07- 6.94 over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.