US Bridges

US 70 over Creek

Good

Garland County, Arkansas · 2.0 MI N US 270 · Structure no. 0000000000X1185

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
15,000
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 70 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 70 over Creek in Garland County, Arkansas. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 15,000 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,400 by 2038. The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 70
CrossesCreek
Location2.0 MI N US 270
RouteU.S. Route 70
Coordinates34.49718, -92.97563
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 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 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 20
Structure length29 ft (8.7 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,000 (2018)
Projected traffic19,400 by 2038
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 70 over Creek built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 70 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 70 over Creek carry?

About 15,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 70 over Creek?

The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.4 m).

Who owns US 70 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.