US Bridges

SH 59 Benton 2 over Branch

Fair

Benton County, Arkansas · 0.9 MI S JCT SH 12 · Structure no. 0000000000X1317

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,813
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 59 Benton 2 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 59 Benton 2 over Branch in Benton County, Arkansas. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 15,813 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,900 by 2038. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 59 Benton 2
CrossesBranch
Location0.9 MI S JCT SH 12
RouteU.S. Route 59
CountyBenton County
StateArkansas
Coordinates36.25066, -94.48537
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,813 (2018)
Projected traffic22,900 by 2038
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 59 Benton 2 over Branch built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 59 Benton 2 over Branch 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 April 2023.

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

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

How long is SH 59 Benton 2 over Branch?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).

Who owns SH 59 Benton 2 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.