US Bridges

US 70-10 Log 4.83 over Achmune Creek

Fair

Saline County, Arkansas · 2.5 MI E SE of Nance · Structure no. 0000000000M1323

Built
1940
85 years old, rebuilt 2018
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,000
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 70-10 Log 4.83 over Achmune Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 70-10 Log 4.83 over Achmune Creek in Saline County, Arkansas. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 2018, so it is 85 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 15,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,800 by 2038. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 70-10 Log 4.83
CrossesAchmune Creek
Location2.5 MI E SE of Nance
RouteU.S. Route 70
CountySaline County
StateArkansas
Coordinates34.53854, -92.71504
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating29 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
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 traffic15,000 (2018)
Projected traffic15,800 by 2038
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 70-10 Log 4.83 over Achmune Creek built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2018.

What condition is US 70-10 Log 4.83 over Achmune 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does US 70-10 Log 4.83 over Achmune Creek carry?

About 15,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 70-10 Log 4.83 over Achmune Creek?

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

Who owns US 70-10 Log 4.83 over Achmune Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.