US Bridges

SW Bright RD Bntnv over Branch

Good

Benton County, Arkansas · 0.11MI S SH 12 · Structure no. 000000000023401

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
1,249
2018 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

SW Bright RD Bntnv over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SW Bright RD Bntnv over Branch in Benton County, Arkansas. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 1,249 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 230 by 2030. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSW Bright RD Bntnv
CrossesBranch
Location0.11MI S SH 12
RouteCity Street 6955
Coordinates36.33418, -94.23602
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadUnknown
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span4 ft (1.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,249 (2018)
Projected traffic230 by 2030
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 SW Bright RD Bntnv over Branch built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is SW Bright RD Bntnv over Branch 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SW Bright RD Bntnv over Branch carry?

About 1,249 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SW Bright RD Bntnv over Branch?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 4 ft (1.2 m).

Who owns SW Bright RD Bntnv over Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.