US Bridges

SH 5 Log 3.98 over Mchenry Relief

Good

Pulaski County, Arkansas · 0.6 MI NE I-430 · Structure no. 0000000000X1277

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
62 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
12,000
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 5 Log 3.98 over Mchenry Relief is a concrete culvert carrying SH 5 Log 3.98 over Mchenry Relief in Pulaski County, Arkansas. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 12,000 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,500 by 2032. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesSH 5 Log 3.98
CrossesMchenry Relief
Location0.6 MI NE I-430
RouteState Highway 70
Coordinates34.68609, -92.39962
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2023
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
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length62 ft (18.9 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 traffic12,000 (2018)
Projected traffic11,500 by 2032
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 5 Log 3.98 over Mchenry Relief built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 5 Log 3.98 over Mchenry Relief 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does SH 5 Log 3.98 over Mchenry Relief carry?

About 12,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is SH 5 Log 3.98 over Mchenry Relief?

The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns SH 5 Log 3.98 over Mchenry Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.