US Bridges

WB on Ramp US 270 over Ditch

Good

Garland County, Arkansas · .01 MI W of US 270 · Structure no. 0000000000X0864

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
7,688
2011 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

WB on Ramp US 270 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying WB on Ramp US 270 over Ditch in Garland County, Arkansas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger 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 7,688 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,750 by 2028. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesWB on Ramp US 270
CrossesDitch
Location.01 MI W of US 270
RouteU.S. Route 270
Coordinates34.47121, -92.99035
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
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 rating39 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 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 traffic7,688 (2011)
Projected traffic2,750 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 WB on Ramp US 270 over Ditch built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is WB on Ramp US 270 over Ditch 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does WB on Ramp US 270 over Ditch carry?

About 7,688 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is WB on Ramp US 270 over Ditch?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns WB on Ramp US 270 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.