US Bridges

US 70 Blakemore over Blakemore Creek

Fair

Pulaski County, Arkansas · 1 MI E of Asher&univ · Structure no. 0000000000M1325

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
25,144
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 70 Blakemore over Blakemore Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 70 Blakemore over Blakemore Creek in Pulaski County, Arkansas. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 25,144 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,997 by 2028. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 70 Blakemore
CrossesBlakemore Creek
Location1 MI E of Asher&univ
RouteU.S. Route 70
CountyPulaski County
StateArkansas
Coordinates34.72267, -92.32619
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width70 ft (21.3 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25,144 (2018)
Projected traffic34,997 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 70 Blakemore over Blakemore Creek built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 70 Blakemore over Blakemore Creek 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 70 Blakemore over Blakemore Creek carry?

About 25,144 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 70 Blakemore over Blakemore Creek?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.

Who owns US 70 Blakemore over Blakemore Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.