SH 279 Benton 2 over Creek
FairBenton County, Arkansas · 3.04 MI N SH 102 · Structure no. 0000000000X0535
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 59 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,900
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 279 Benton 2 over Creek is a steel culvert carrying SH 279 Benton 2 over Creek in Benton County, Arkansas. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 1,900 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,115 by 2028. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 279 Benton 2 over Creek built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 279 Benton 2 over 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does SH 279 Benton 2 over Creek carry?
About 1,900 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SH 279 Benton 2 over Creek?
The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns SH 279 Benton 2 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.