US Bridges

US 67-9 Log 3.14 over South Branch Dew Drop CR

Fair

Saline County, Arkansas · 3.14 MI NE Hot Springs CO · Structure no. 0000000000M1234

Built
1927
98 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,633
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 67-9 Log 3.14 over South Branch Dew Drop CR is a concrete culvert carrying US 67-9 Log 3.14 over South Branch Dew Drop CR in Saline County, Arkansas. It was built in 1927, so it is 98 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 3,633 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,811 by 2028. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 67-9 Log 3.14
CrossesSouth Branch Dew Drop CR
Location3.14 MI NE Hot Springs CO
RouteU.S. Route 67
CountySaline County
StateArkansas
Coordinates34.50383, -92.68744
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating33 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,633 (2018)
Projected traffic4,811 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 67-9 Log 3.14 over South Branch Dew Drop CR built?

It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 67-9 Log 3.14 over South Branch Dew Drop CR 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does US 67-9 Log 3.14 over South Branch Dew Drop CR carry?

About 3,633 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 67-9 Log 3.14 over South Branch Dew Drop CR?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 67-9 Log 3.14 over South Branch Dew Drop CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.