SH 72 Benton 2 over Creek
FairBenton County, Arkansas · .63 MI East SH 59 · Structure no. 0000000000X0681
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,100
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 72 Benton 2 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 72 Benton 2 over Creek in Benton County, Arkansas. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 6,100 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,000 by 2040. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 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 SH 72 Benton 2 over Creek built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 72 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 2024.
How much traffic does SH 72 Benton 2 over Creek carry?
About 6,100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SH 72 Benton 2 over Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns SH 72 Benton 2 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.