US Bridges

SH 43 Benton 2 over Ditch

Good

Benton County, Arkansas · 0.1 MI W JCT SH 102 & 43 · Structure no. 0000000000X0165

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,299
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 43 Benton 2 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 43 Benton 2 over Ditch in Benton County, Arkansas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 2,299 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,103 by 2028. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesSH 43 Benton 2
CrossesDitch
Location0.1 MI W JCT SH 102 & 43
RouteState Highway 43
Coordinates36.38506, -94.58281
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length26 ft (7.8 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,299 (2018)
Projected traffic3,103 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 43 Benton 2 over Ditch built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 43 Benton 2 over Ditch 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SH 43 Benton 2 over Ditch carry?

About 2,299 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH 43 Benton 2 over Ditch?

The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns SH 43 Benton 2 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.