US Bridges

HWY 270 Log 2.56 over Branch

Good

Garland County, Arkansas · 2.56 MI to Montg. CO Line · Structure no. 0000000000X1446

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
3,300
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY 270 Log 2.56 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying HWY 270 Log 2.56 over Branch in Garland County, Arkansas. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,300 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,000 by 2030. The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesHWY 270 Log 2.56
CrossesBranch
Location2.56 MI to Montg. CO Line
RouteU.S. Route 270
Coordinates34.51863, -93.36567
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
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 rating38 US tons
Inventory rating23 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.3 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,300 (2018)
Projected traffic8,000 by 2030
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure3
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 HWY 270 Log 2.56 over Branch built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY 270 Log 2.56 over Branch 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does HWY 270 Log 2.56 over Branch carry?

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

How long is HWY 270 Log 2.56 over Branch?

The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns HWY 270 Log 2.56 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.