US Bridges

US 70-DISTRICT 6 over SH10SH100 Arkriv-Pulaski

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Pulaski County, Arkansas · Ark RIV-BROADWAYST-US70 · Structure no. 000000000007292

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Arch - Thru
Steel Continuous
Length
1,767 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
24,268
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 70-DISTRICT 6 over SH10SH100 Arkriv-Pulaski is a steel continuous arch - thru carrying US 70-DISTRICT 6 over SH10SH100 Arkriv-Pulaski in Pulaski County, Arkansas. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 24,268 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,000 by 2036. The structure is 1,767 ft (538.6 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 70-DISTRICT 6
CrossesSH10SH100 Arkriv-Pulaski
LocationArk RIV-BROADWAYST-US70
RouteU.S. Route 70
CountyPulaski County
StateArkansas
Coordinates34.74973, -92.27493
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Thru
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+5 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length1,767 ft (538.6 m)
Longest span440 ft (134.1 m)
Deck width73 ft (22.2 m)
Roadway width69 ft (21 m)
Vertical clearance over deck18 ft (5.6 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic24,268 (2018)
Projected traffic30,000 by 2036
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 70-DISTRICT 6 over SH10SH100 Arkriv-Pulaski built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 70-DISTRICT 6 over SH10SH100 Arkriv-Pulaski 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US 70-DISTRICT 6 over SH10SH100 Arkriv-Pulaski carry?

About 24,268 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 70-DISTRICT 6 over SH10SH100 Arkriv-Pulaski?

The structure is 1,767 ft (538.6 m) long with a longest span of 440 ft (134.1 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.

Who owns US 70-DISTRICT 6 over SH10SH100 Arkriv-Pulaski?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.