US Bridges

US 270 over Ditch

Good

Montgomery County, Arkansas · 1.49 M NW Mt Ida · Structure no. 0000000000M2630

Built
1939
86 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,225
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 270 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 270 over Ditch in Montgomery County, Arkansas. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 3,225 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,195 by 2028. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 270
CrossesDitch
Location1.49 M NW Mt Ida
RouteU.S. Route 270
CountyMontgomery County
StateArkansas
Coordinates34.56978, -93.65462
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.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating84 US tons
Inventory rating51 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,225 (2018)
Projected traffic4,195 by 2028
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 over Ditch built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 270 over Ditch 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 2024.

How much traffic does US 270 over Ditch carry?

About 3,225 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US 270 over Ditch?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US 270 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.