US 79b over Arkansas River
Fair Condition55 years old2,700 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Arkansas |
| County | Jefferson |
| Location | 8.97 Mi N Jct US 530 |
| Carries | US 79b |
| Crosses | Arkansas River |
| Coordinates | 34.28740, -91.99990 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 7 (Good) |
| Superstructure | 5 (Fair) |
| Substructure | 5 (Fair) |
| Channel/Waterway | 7 (Good) |
| Scour Critical | 5 — Stable for scour |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel Continuous |
| Design | Girder and Floorbeam |
| Total Length | 2501.0 ft (762.3 m) |
| Max Span | 339.9 ft (103.6 m) |
| Deck Width | 65.3 ft (19.9 m) |
| Deck Area | 15169.8 sq m |
| Main Spans | 3 |
| Year Built | 1971 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 2,700 (2018) |
| Truck Traffic | 1% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 4 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | October 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 000000000005211 |