US Bridges

US270 Log 6.12 over Branch

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Garland County, Arkansas · 6.12 M E Montg. Co. Line · Structure no. 0000000000X1449

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,500
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US270 Log 6.12 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US270 Log 6.12 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 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 3,500 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,000 by 2030. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesUS270 Log 6.12
CrossesBranch
Location6.12 M E Montg. Co. Line
RouteU.S. Route 270
CountyGarland County
StateArkansas
Coordinates34.51776, -93.30694
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,500 (2018)
Projected traffic8,000 by 2030
Trucks11%
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 6.12 over Branch built?

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

What condition is US270 Log 6.12 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 US270 Log 6.12 over Branch carry?

About 3,500 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US270 Log 6.12 over Branch?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns US270 Log 6.12 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.