US 79 over Ouachita River
Fair Condition50 years old10,000 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Arkansas |
| County | Ouachita |
| Location | 2.1 Mi E Jct SH 7 |
| Carries | US 79 |
| Crosses | Ouachita River |
| Coordinates | 33.58081, -92.80754 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Superstructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Substructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Channel/Waterway | 7 (Good) |
| Scour Critical | 5 — Stable for scour |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel Continuous |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 2081.0 ft (634.3 m) |
| Max Span | 232.0 ft (70.7 m) |
| Deck Width | 76.1 ft (23.2 m) |
| Deck Area | 14715.8 sq m |
| Main Spans | 3 |
| Year Built | 1976 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 10,000 (2018) |
| Truck Traffic | 12% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 4 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | October 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 000000000005348 |