SH 12 Benton 2 over Ditch
FairBenton County, Arkansas · 2.8 MI E Delaware CO · Structure no. 0000000000X0702
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,997
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 12 Benton 2 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 12 Benton 2 over Ditch in Benton County, Arkansas. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 years old, older 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 3,997 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,513 by 2028. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 12 Benton 2 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 12 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does SH 12 Benton 2 over Ditch carry?
About 3,997 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is SH 12 Benton 2 over Ditch?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns SH 12 Benton 2 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.