US Bridges

US Highway 270 over Wamon Branch

Fair

Scott County, Arkansas · 9.02 MI E JCT US 71 & 270 · Structure no. 0000000000X0085

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,017
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US Highway 270 over Wamon Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US Highway 270 over Wamon Branch in Scott County, Arkansas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 1,017 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,220 by 2028. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesUS Highway 270
CrossesWamon Branch
Location9.02 MI E JCT US 71 & 270
RouteU.S. Route 270
CountyScott County
StateArkansas
Coordinates34.70569, -93.92992
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 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
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 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,017 (2018)
Projected traffic1,220 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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 Highway 270 over Wamon Branch built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is US Highway 270 over Wamon Branch 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US Highway 270 over Wamon Branch carry?

About 1,017 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US Highway 270 over Wamon Branch?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns US Highway 270 over Wamon Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.