US Bridges

US 270-5 Log 11.41 over Br. Bear Creek

Good

Garland County, Arkansas · 8.34 MI JCT US 70 & 270 · Structure no. 0000000000M2635

Built
1929
96 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,972
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 270-5 Log 11.41 over Br. Bear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 270-5 Log 11.41 over Br. Bear Creek 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 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 7,972 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,412 by 2028. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesUS 270-5 Log 11.41
CrossesBr. Bear Creek
Location8.34 MI JCT US 70 & 270
RouteU.S. Route 270
Coordinates34.51067, -93.21956
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46 US tons
Inventory rating28 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 traffic7,972 (2018)
Projected traffic8,412 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$478,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 270-5 Log 11.41 over Br. Bear Creek built?

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

What condition is US 270-5 Log 11.41 over Br. Bear 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US 270-5 Log 11.41 over Br. Bear Creek carry?

About 7,972 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 270-5 Log 11.41 over Br. Bear Creek?

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

Who owns US 270-5 Log 11.41 over Br. Bear Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.