US Bridges

US270 Log 2.80 over Branch

Fair

Garland County, Arkansas · 2.80 MI E Montg. CO Line · Structure no. 0000000000X1447

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

About this bridge

US270 Log 2.80 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US270 Log 2.80 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 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 8,000 by 2030. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesUS270 Log 2.80
CrossesBranch
Location2.80 MI E Montg. CO Line
RouteU.S. Route 270
CountyGarland County
StateArkansas
Coordinates34.51928, -93.36169
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 rating52 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length35 ft (10.7 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 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 US270 Log 2.80 over Branch built?

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

What condition is US270 Log 2.80 over Branch 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 US270 Log 2.80 over Branch carry?

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

How long is US270 Log 2.80 over Branch?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US270 Log 2.80 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.