SH 59 Benton 2 over Dry Hollow Creek
FairBenton County, Arkansas · 11.41 MI S Missouri ST LN · Structure no. 000000000001998
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 53 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,700
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 59 Benton 2 over Dry Hollow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 59 Benton 2 over Dry Hollow Creek in Benton County, Arkansas. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 5 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 8,700 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,000 by 2042. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 59 Benton 2 over Dry Hollow Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 59 Benton 2 over Dry Hollow 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does SH 59 Benton 2 over Dry Hollow Creek carry?
About 8,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is SH 59 Benton 2 over Dry Hollow Creek?
The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SH 59 Benton 2 over Dry Hollow Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.