US Bridges

US 71 Sec. 05-8.50 over Johns Branch

Good

Sevier County, Arkansas · 4.48 M S JCT SH 24 · Structure no. 0000000000X1610

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,900
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 71 Sec. 05-8.50 over Johns Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 71 Sec. 05-8.50 over Johns Branch in Sevier County, Arkansas. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 4,900 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 750 by 2038. The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

CarriesUS 71 Sec. 05-8.50
CrossesJohns Branch
Location4.48 M S JCT SH 24
RouteU.S. Route 71
Coordinates33.90493, -94.17229
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 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length43 ft (13.2 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 traffic4,900 (2018)
Projected traffic750 by 2038
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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. 05-8.50 over Johns Branch built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 71 Sec. 05-8.50 over Johns Branch 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 71 Sec. 05-8.50 over Johns Branch carry?

About 4,900 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 71 Sec. 05-8.50 over Johns Branch?

The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 71 Sec. 05-8.50 over Johns Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.