US Bridges

SH 290-1 Log 2.20 over Branch Mt Carmel CR

Good

Garland County, Arkansas · 2.2 MI SE JCT SH 7 & 290 · Structure no. 0000000000X0100

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,800
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 290-1 Log 2.20 over Branch Mt Carmel CR is a concrete culvert carrying SH 290-1 Log 2.20 over Branch Mt Carmel CR in Garland County, Arkansas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 2,800 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,732 by 2028. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesSH 290-1 Log 2.20
CrossesBranch Mt Carmel CR
Location2.2 MI SE JCT SH 7 & 290
RouteState Highway 290
Coordinates34.39945, -93.06781
Functional classUrban 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 inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 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 traffic2,800 (2018)
Projected traffic4,732 by 2028
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 290-1 Log 2.20 over Branch Mt Carmel CR built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 290-1 Log 2.20 over Branch Mt Carmel CR 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does SH 290-1 Log 2.20 over Branch Mt Carmel CR carry?

About 2,800 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is SH 290-1 Log 2.20 over Branch Mt Carmel CR?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns SH 290-1 Log 2.20 over Branch Mt Carmel CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.