US 270 - 7 Log 7.0 over Branch
FairHot Spring County, Arkansas · At JCT US 270 & SH 51 · Structure no. 000000000031040
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,000
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 270 - 7 Log 7.0 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 270 - 7 Log 7.0 over Branch in Hot Spring County, Arkansas. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 years old, older 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 12,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,406 by 2028. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 270 - 7 Log 7.0 over Branch built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 270 - 7 Log 7.0 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does US 270 - 7 Log 7.0 over Branch carry?
About 12,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 270 - 7 Log 7.0 over Branch?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns US 270 - 7 Log 7.0 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.