SH 59 Benton 2 over Ditch
FairBenton County, Arkansas · 2 MI N of JCT SH 72-SH 59 · Structure no. 0000000000M1055
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 59 Benton 2 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 59 Benton 2 over Ditch in Benton County, Arkansas. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,000 by 2042. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 59 Benton 2 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 59 Benton 2 over Ditch 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 59 Benton 2 over Ditch carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is SH 59 Benton 2 over Ditch?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns SH 59 Benton 2 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.