SH 12 Benton 1 over Prairie Creek
FairBenton County, Arkansas · 1.91 MI E JCT US 62 · Structure no. 0000000000M0360
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,000
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 12 Benton 1 over Prairie Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 12 Benton 1 over Prairie Creek in Benton County, Arkansas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 6 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 13,000 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,334 by 2028. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 12 Benton 1 over Prairie Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 12 Benton 1 over Prairie 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 12 Benton 1 over Prairie Creek carry?
About 13,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is SH 12 Benton 1 over Prairie Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).
Who owns SH 12 Benton 1 over Prairie Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.