US Bridges

SH 102 Benton 2 over Over KCS RR

Fair

Benton County, Arkansas · 0.1 MI N JCT SH 59 & 102 · Structure no. 000000000005669

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
180 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,400
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 102 Benton 2 over Over KCS RR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 102 Benton 2 over Over KCS RR in Benton County, Arkansas. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 1,400 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,551 by 2028. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 102 Benton 2
CrossesOver KCS RR
Location0.1 MI N JCT SH 59 & 102
RouteState Highway 102
CountyBenton County
StateArkansas
Coordinates36.33843, -94.46066
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length180 ft (54.9 m)
Longest span59 ft (18 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.1 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,400 (2018)
Projected traffic1,551 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 102 Benton 2 over Over KCS RR built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 102 Benton 2 over Over KCS RR 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does SH 102 Benton 2 over Over KCS RR carry?

About 1,400 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH 102 Benton 2 over Over KCS RR?

The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns SH 102 Benton 2 over Over KCS RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.