US Bridges

SH 102 Benton 2 over Dry Branch

Good

Benton County, Arkansas · 5.92 MI East of JCT SH 59 · Structure no. 0000000000M1735

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,172
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 102 Benton 2 over Dry Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 102 Benton 2 over Dry Branch in Benton County, Arkansas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 years old, older 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 3,172 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,667 by 2028. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesSH 102 Benton 2
CrossesDry Branch
Location5.92 MI East of JCT SH 59
RouteState Highway 102
Coordinates36.33913, -94.35998
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating31 US tons
Inventory rating19 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,172 (2018)
Projected traffic3,667 by 2028
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 102 Benton 2 over Dry Branch built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 102 Benton 2 over Dry 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does SH 102 Benton 2 over Dry Branch carry?

About 3,172 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is SH 102 Benton 2 over Dry Branch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SH 102 Benton 2 over Dry Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.