US Bridges

SH 227 Log 6.25 over Creek

Good

Garland County, Arkansas · 6.2 MI N US 270 · Structure no. 0000000000M2420

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,662
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 227 Log 6.25 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 227 Log 6.25 over Creek in Garland County, Arkansas. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, older than the Arkansas average of 45.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,662 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,549 by 2028. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 124.3 mi (200 km).

CarriesSH 227 Log 6.25
CrossesCreek
Location6.2 MI N US 270
RouteState Highway 227
Coordinates34.57504, -93.16064
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 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 rating35.1 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,662 (2018)
Projected traffic3,549 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed124.3 mi (200 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 SH 227 Log 6.25 over Creek built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 227 Log 6.25 over Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.

How much traffic does SH 227 Log 6.25 over Creek carry?

About 2,662 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH 227 Log 6.25 over Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns SH 227 Log 6.25 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.