US Bridges

US 71 SEC.06 -5.96 over Cossatot River Relief

Good

Sevier County, Arkansas · .75 MI NW JCT of US 70 · Structure no. 0000000000X1382

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
57 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,772
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 71 SEC.06 -5.96 over Cossatot River Relief is a concrete culvert carrying US 71 SEC.06 -5.96 over Cossatot River Relief in Sevier County, Arkansas. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 6,772 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,100 by 2036. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesUS 71 SEC.06 -5.96
CrossesCossatot River Relief
Location.75 MI NW JCT of US 70
RouteU.S. Route 71
Coordinates34.04611, -94.20056
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length57 ft (17.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,772 (2018)
Projected traffic9,100 by 2036
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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.06 -5.96 over Cossatot River Relief built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 71 SEC.06 -5.96 over Cossatot River 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US 71 SEC.06 -5.96 over Cossatot River Relief carry?

About 6,772 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is US 71 SEC.06 -5.96 over Cossatot River Relief?

The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US 71 SEC.06 -5.96 over Cossatot River Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.