US 71 Sec 17B SB over Mud Creek-Washington
FairWashington County, Arkansas · 6.24 MI N JCT US 71 & 62 · Structure no. 000000000005077
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 150 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,000
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 71 Sec 17B SB over Mud Creek-Washington is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 71 Sec 17B SB over Mud Creek-Washington in Washington County, Arkansas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older than the Arkansas average of 45.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 13,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,613 by 2028. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 71 Sec 17B SB over Mud Creek-Washington built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 71 Sec 17B SB over Mud Creek-Washington in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in December 2023.
How much traffic does US 71 Sec 17B SB over Mud Creek-Washington carry?
About 13,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 71 Sec 17B SB over Mud Creek-Washington?
The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 71 Sec 17B SB over Mud Creek-Washington?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.