US Bridges

US 270-6 Log 1.66 over Creek

Good

Garland County, Arkansas · 1.7 MI E SH 7 · Structure no. 0000000000X0866

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
610
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 270-6 Log 1.66 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 270-6 Log 1.66 over Creek in Garland County, Arkansas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 610 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 44,690 by 2028. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 270-6 Log 1.66
CrossesCreek
Location1.7 MI E SH 7
RouteU.S. Route 270
Coordinates34.46279, -93.03113
Functional classUrban Local

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 inspectionFebruary 2024
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 rating55 US tons
Inventory rating33 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic610 (2018)
Projected traffic44,690 by 2028
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 US 270-6 Log 1.66 over Creek built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 270-6 Log 1.66 over 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US 270-6 Log 1.66 over Creek carry?

About 610 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US 270-6 Log 1.66 over Creek?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 270-6 Log 1.66 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.