US Bridges

SH 72 Benton 2 over Town Branch

Fair

Benton County, Arkansas · .10 MI E JCT SH 43-SH 72 · Structure no. 000000000002706

Built
1951
74 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
61 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,399
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 72 Benton 2 over Town Branch is a concrete slab carrying SH 72 Benton 2 over Town Branch in Benton County, Arkansas. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 2,399 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,156 by 2028. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 72 Benton 2
CrossesTown Branch
Location.10 MI E JCT SH 43-SH 72
RouteState Highway 72
CountyBenton County
StateArkansas
Coordinates36.40366, -94.60027
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length61 ft (18.6 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.1 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,399 (2018)
Projected traffic1,156 by 2028
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$73,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 72 Benton 2 over Town Branch built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 72 Benton 2 over Town 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 SH 72 Benton 2 over Town Branch carry?

About 2,399 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is SH 72 Benton 2 over Town Branch?

The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns SH 72 Benton 2 over Town Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.