US Bridges

US 70 Sec. 01-3.81 over Rolling Fork Relief

Good

Sevier County, Arkansas · 3.8 MI E Okla Line · Structure no. 0000000000X0050

Built
1947
78 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,235
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 70 Sec. 01-3.81 over Rolling Fork Relief is a concrete culvert carrying US 70 Sec. 01-3.81 over Rolling Fork Relief 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 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 3,235 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,484 by 2028. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

CarriesUS 70 Sec. 01-3.81
CrossesRolling Fork Relief
Location3.8 MI E Okla Line
RouteU.S. Route 70
Coordinates34.04685, -94.412
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 inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating29 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
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 traffic3,235 (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. 01-3.81 over Rolling Fork Relief built?

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

What condition is US 70 Sec. 01-3.81 over Rolling Fork 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 2024.

How much traffic does US 70 Sec. 01-3.81 over Rolling Fork Relief carry?

About 3,235 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is US 70 Sec. 01-3.81 over Rolling Fork Relief?

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

Who owns US 70 Sec. 01-3.81 over Rolling Fork Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.