US Bridges

US 70-9 Log 6.71 over Br East Gulpha Creek

Fair

Garland County, Arkansas · 9.28 MI E JCT SH 7 Hot SP · Structure no. 0000000000M1317

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

About this bridge

US 70-9 Log 6.71 over Br East Gulpha Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 70-9 Log 6.71 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 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesUS 70-9 Log 6.71
CrossesBr East Gulpha Creek
Location9.28 MI E JCT SH 7 Hot SP
RouteU.S. Route 70
Coordinates34.52684, -92.91403
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating34 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 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 structure3
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 6.71 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 6.71 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 6.71 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 6.71 over Br East Gulpha Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns US 70-9 Log 6.71 over Br East Gulpha Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.