US Bridges

SH 72 Benton 2 over Mckisic Creek

Fair

Benton County, Arkansas · 1 MI SE of SH 102 · Structure no. 0000000000X0589

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
42 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
13,840
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 72 Benton 2 over Mckisic Creek is a steel culvert carrying SH 72 Benton 2 over Mckisic Creek in Benton County, Arkansas. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 5 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 13,840 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,513 by 2028. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesSH 72 Benton 2
CrossesMckisic Creek
Location1 MI SE of SH 102
RouteState Highway 72
Coordinates36.37282, -94.26452
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span42 ft (12.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,840 (2018)
Projected traffic15,513 by 2028
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 72 Benton 2 over Mckisic Creek built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 72 Benton 2 over Mckisic 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 2024.

How much traffic does SH 72 Benton 2 over Mckisic Creek carry?

About 13,840 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is SH 72 Benton 2 over Mckisic Creek?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m).

Who owns SH 72 Benton 2 over Mckisic Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.