US Bridges

Ar 102 Benton 2 over Branch

Good

Benton County, Arkansas · 0.03 Miles North of the J · Structure no. 0000000000X1391

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
8,600
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ar 102 Benton 2 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Ar 102 Benton 2 over Branch in Benton County, Arkansas. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 8,600 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,000 by 2040. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesAr 102 Benton 2
CrossesBranch
Location0.03 Miles North of the J
RouteState Highway 102
Coordinates36.35897, -94.28491
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,600 (2018)
Projected traffic12,000 by 2040
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 Ar 102 Benton 2 over Branch built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ar 102 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Ar 102 Benton 2 over Branch carry?

About 8,600 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Ar 102 Benton 2 over Branch?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Ar 102 Benton 2 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.