I-49 Benton 2 over Ditch
FairBenton County, Arkansas · .08 MI N Washington CO LN · Structure no. 0000000000X0501
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 92,000
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-49 Benton 2 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying I-49 Benton 2 over Ditch in Benton County, Arkansas. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 years old, younger 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 92,000 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 114,000 by 2033. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 I-49 Benton 2 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-49 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does I-49 Benton 2 over Ditch carry?
About 92,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is I-49 Benton 2 over Ditch?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns I-49 Benton 2 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.