US Bridges

US 270-09 Lm 12.83 over Simon Branch

Good

Grant County, Arkansas · 2.5 MI W SH 46-SHERIDAN · Structure no. 0000000000M2638

Built
1946
79 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,800
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 270-09 Lm 12.83 over Simon Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 270-09 Lm 12.83 over Simon Branch in Grant County, Arkansas. It was built in 1946, so it is 79 years old, older 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 4,800 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,084 by 2028. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 km).

CarriesUS 270-09 Lm 12.83
CrossesSimon Branch
Location2.5 MI W SH 46-SHERIDAN
RouteU.S. Route 270
Coordinates34.31249, -92.45779
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 inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 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 rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,800 (2018)
Projected traffic5,084 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.7 mi (43 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 US 270-09 Lm 12.83 over Simon Branch built?

It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 270-09 Lm 12.83 over Simon 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does US 270-09 Lm 12.83 over Simon Branch carry?

About 4,800 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 270-09 Lm 12.83 over Simon Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 270-09 Lm 12.83 over Simon Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.