US Bridges

US 70-9 Log 6.09 over Br East Gulpha Creek

Fair

Garland County, Arkansas · 9.05 MI E of SH 7 · Structure no. 0000000000M1315

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14,000
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 70-9 Log 6.09 over Br East Gulpha Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 70-9 Log 6.09 over Br East Gulpha Creek in Garland County, Arkansas. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 14,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,000 by 2036. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 70-9 Log 6.09
CrossesBr East Gulpha Creek
Location9.05 MI E of SH 7
RouteU.S. Route 70
CountyGarland County
StateArkansas
Coordinates34.52079, -92.92173
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 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 traffic14,000 (2018)
Projected traffic27,000 by 2036
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 70-9 Log 6.09 over Br East Gulpha Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 70-9 Log 6.09 over Br East Gulpha Creek 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does US 70-9 Log 6.09 over Br East Gulpha Creek carry?

About 14,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US 70-9 Log 6.09 over Br East Gulpha Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 70-9 Log 6.09 over Br East Gulpha Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.