US Bridges

SH 5-7 Log 0.35 over South Fork Saline

Good

Saline County, Arkansas · 0.35 M East Garland CO · Structure no. 0000000000X1637

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,900
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 5-7 Log 0.35 over South Fork Saline is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SH 5-7 Log 0.35 over South Fork Saline in Saline County, Arkansas. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 3,900 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,986 by 2028. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).

CarriesSH 5-7 Log 0.35
CrossesSouth Fork Saline
Location0.35 M East Garland CO
RouteState Highway 5
Coordinates34.62217, -92.87024
Functional classRural Minor 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 inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating56 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckOther
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.9 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,900 (2018)
Projected traffic3,986 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.7 mi (35 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 SH 5-7 Log 0.35 over South Fork Saline built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 5-7 Log 0.35 over South Fork Saline 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does SH 5-7 Log 0.35 over South Fork Saline carry?

About 3,900 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH 5-7 Log 0.35 over South Fork Saline?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns SH 5-7 Log 0.35 over South Fork Saline?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.