US Bridges

SH 264 Benton 2 over Puppy Creek

Fair

Benton County, Arkansas · 0.22 MI W JCT US71B & 264 · Structure no. 0000000000X0768

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
62 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
25,109
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 264 Benton 2 over Puppy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 264 Benton 2 over Puppy Creek in Benton County, Arkansas. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 25,109 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,206 by 2028. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesSH 264 Benton 2
CrossesPuppy Creek
Location0.22 MI W JCT US71B & 264
RouteState Highway 264
Coordinates36.2542, -94.1409
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.
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 evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating33 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadH 20
Structure length62 ft (18.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25,109 (2018)
Projected traffic28,206 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 264 Benton 2 over Puppy Creek built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 264 Benton 2 over Puppy 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 264 Benton 2 over Puppy Creek carry?

About 25,109 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SH 264 Benton 2 over Puppy Creek?

The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns SH 264 Benton 2 over Puppy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.