US Bridges

SH 59 Sd Benton 2 over Branch

Good

Benton County, Arkansas · 0.8 MI S JCT S H 12 · Structure no. 0000000000X1294

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
15,813
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 59 Sd Benton 2 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 59 Sd Benton 2 over Branch in Benton County, Arkansas. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 years old, younger than the Arkansas average of 45.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 15,813 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,900 by 2038. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSH 59 Sd Benton 2
CrossesBranch
Location0.8 MI S JCT S H 12
RouteState Highway 59
Coordinates36.25265, -94.48506
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 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
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.6 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,813 (2018)
Projected traffic22,900 by 2038
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 59 Sd Benton 2 over Branch built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 59 Sd Benton 2 over Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does SH 59 Sd Benton 2 over Branch carry?

About 15,813 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SH 59 Sd Benton 2 over Branch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns SH 59 Sd Benton 2 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.