US Bridges

Benton I-49 Onrmp over Blossom Way Creek

Good

Benton County, Arkansas · Perry RD Interchange Ramp · Structure no. 000000000007072

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2021
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
240 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,624
2011 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Benton I-49 Onrmp over Blossom Way Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Benton I-49 Onrmp over Blossom Way Creek in Benton County, Arkansas. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,624 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,500 by 2028. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesBenton I-49 Onrmp
CrossesBlossom Way Creek
LocationPerry RD Interchange Ramp
RouteInterstate 49
Coordinates36.30171, -94.17835
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length240 ft (73.2 m)
Longest span88 ft (26.8 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.3 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,624 (2011)
Projected traffic5,500 by 2028
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Benton I-49 Onrmp over Blossom Way Creek built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is Benton I-49 Onrmp over Blossom Way Creek 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 October 2021.

How much traffic does Benton I-49 Onrmp over Blossom Way Creek carry?

About 1,624 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Benton I-49 Onrmp over Blossom Way Creek?

The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 88 ft (26.8 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns Benton I-49 Onrmp over Blossom Way Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.