SH 72 Benton 1 over Lees Creed Creek
FairBenton County, Arkansas · .60 MI N of US 62 · Structure no. 0000000000M1391
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,800
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 72 Benton 1 over Lees Creed Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 72 Benton 1 over Lees Creed 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 3,800 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,808 by 2028. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 72 Benton 1 over Lees Creed Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 72 Benton 1 over Lees Creed 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does SH 72 Benton 1 over Lees Creed Creek carry?
About 3,800 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SH 72 Benton 1 over Lees Creed Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns SH 72 Benton 1 over Lees Creed Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.