US Bridges

US 270-5 Log 1.53 over Murphy Creek

Fair

Garland County, Arkansas · 6.76MI W of SH 227 · Structure no. 0000000000X0377

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
54 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,300
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 270-5 Log 1.53 over Murphy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 270-5 Log 1.53 over Murphy Creek in Garland County, Arkansas. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 3,300 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,338 by 2028. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesUS 270-5 Log 1.53
CrossesMurphy Creek
Location6.76MI W of SH 227
RouteU.S. Route 270
Coordinates34.51548, -93.38357
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating42 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length54 ft (16.5 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,300 (2018)
Projected traffic4,338 by 2028
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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 1.53 over Murphy Creek built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 270-5 Log 1.53 over Murphy 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US 270-5 Log 1.53 over Murphy Creek carry?

About 3,300 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US 270-5 Log 1.53 over Murphy Creek?

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns US 270-5 Log 1.53 over Murphy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.