SH 72 Benton 2 over Spring Branch
FairBenton County, Arkansas · 1.1 MI E of Okla ST Line · Structure no. 0000000000M1389
- Built
- 1925
- 100 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 72 Benton 2 over Spring Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 72 Benton 2 over Spring Branch in Benton County, Arkansas. It was built in 1925, so it is 100 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 4,500 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,000 by 2040. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 72 Benton 2 over Spring Branch built?
It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 72 Benton 2 over Spring Branch 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 72 Benton 2 over Spring Branch carry?
About 4,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is SH 72 Benton 2 over Spring Branch?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns SH 72 Benton 2 over Spring Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.