US Bridges

SH 279 Benton 2 over Stream

Fair

Benton County, Arkansas · 3.11 MI N SH 102 · Structure no. 0000000000X0536

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
76 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,900
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 279 Benton 2 over Stream is a steel culvert carrying SH 279 Benton 2 over Stream 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 76 ft (23.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 279 Benton 2
CrossesStream
Location3.11 MI N SH 102
RouteState Highway 279
CountyBenton County
StateArkansas
Coordinates36.40086, -94.33451
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating42 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadH 20
Structure length76 ft (23.2 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,900 (2018)
Projected traffic2,115 by 2028
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 279 Benton 2 over Stream built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 279 Benton 2 over Stream 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 2024.

How much traffic does SH 279 Benton 2 over Stream carry?

About 1,900 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SH 279 Benton 2 over Stream?

The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns SH 279 Benton 2 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.