US Bridges

US 270-5 Log 8.09 over Br. Hallmans Cr.

Fair

Garland County, Arkansas · 11.7 MI W SH 70 · Structure no. 0000000000M2632

Built
1929
96 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,703
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 270-5 Log 8.09 over Br. Hallmans Cr. is a concrete culvert carrying US 270-5 Log 8.09 over Br. Hallmans Cr. in Garland County, Arkansas. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 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 4,703 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,309 by 2028. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 270-5 Log 8.09
CrossesBr. Hallmans Cr.
Location11.7 MI W SH 70
RouteU.S. Route 270
CountyGarland County
StateArkansas
Coordinates34.51081, -93.27573
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 inspectionJuly 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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,703 (2018)
Projected traffic6,309 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
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 270-5 Log 8.09 over Br. Hallmans Cr. built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 270-5 Log 8.09 over Br. Hallmans Cr. 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US 270-5 Log 8.09 over Br. Hallmans Cr. carry?

About 4,703 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 270-5 Log 8.09 over Br. Hallmans Cr.?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns US 270-5 Log 8.09 over Br. Hallmans Cr.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.