US 71-WASHINGTON over Cato Springs Branch
FairWashington County, Arkansas · 0.1 MI S JCT SH 265 & 16 · Structure no. 0000000000X0177
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old, rebuilt 1980
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,000
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 71-WASHINGTON over Cato Springs Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 71-WASHINGTON over Cato Springs Branch in Washington County, Arkansas. It was built in 1971 and reconstructed in 1980, 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 6 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 17,100 by 2038. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 71-WASHINGTON over Cato Springs Branch built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.
What condition is US 71-WASHINGTON over Cato Springs Branch 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US 71-WASHINGTON over Cato Springs Branch carry?
About 13,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 71-WASHINGTON over Cato Springs Branch?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns US 71-WASHINGTON over Cato Springs Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.