Old River Bridge
About Old River Bridge
Old River Bridge was added to the National Register of Historic Places on Sep 15, 1977. It was among the first 5 of Benton’s 16 listings. The Register lists it for its engineering, at the local level.
What it isBridge in Benton, Arkansas. From Wikidata (CC0). Read about it on Wikipedia ↗
1891 to today
- 1891Built
- 1977Added to the National Register of Historic Places
- 2026On the Register for 49 years
Finding Old River Bridge
Southwest of Benton at River Rd. and Saline River, in Benton, AR
No other Register listing is within a short walk. The nearest are under Around it.
9 more Register listings within 2 miles
★ National Historic Landmark · D district · B building · S site. Each opens its own page.
Memories of Old River Bridge
The record says what it is. Neighbors know what it means.
Your answer becomes a post in Town Square.
Questions about Old River Bridge
Is Old River Bridge on the National Register of Historic Places?
Yes. It was added on Sep 15, 1977 (Register number 77000277).
Is Old River Bridge a National Historic Landmark?
No. It is on the National Register; Arkansas has 20 National Historic Landmarks. The nearest is Daisy Bates House, 22.1 miles away.
Can you visit Old River Bridge?
Our record doesn’t say whether it is open to visitors. Many listed buildings are private, so it may only be seen from the street.
Sources: National Park Service, National Register of Historic Places (05/22/2026) · Wikidata. Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.