US Bridges

US 270 over Martin Creek

Good

Montgomery County, Arkansas · 1.30 M NW JCT of SH 379 · Structure no. 0000000000X0856

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,225
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 270 over Martin Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 270 over Martin Creek in Montgomery County, Arkansas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 3,225 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,195 by 2028. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesUS 270
CrossesMartin Creek
Location1.30 M NW JCT of SH 379
RouteU.S. Route 270
Coordinates34.57395, -93.65755
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 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length38 ft (11.6 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 closed14.9 mi (24 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 Martin Creek built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 270 over Martin Creek 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 Martin Creek carry?

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

How long is US 270 over Martin Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US 270 over Martin Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.