US Bridges

Sma 7028;BEACON Lt over Farmers Union Canal

Good

Ada County, Idaho · 1.8 N. 0.3 W. Eagle · Structure no. 000000000026121

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
41 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,900
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sma 7028;BEACON Lt over Farmers Union Canal is a concrete frame carrying Sma 7028;BEACON Lt over Farmers Union Canal in Ada County, Idaho. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger than the Idaho average of 45.3 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 5,900 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,850 by 2042. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSma 7028;BEACON Lt
CrossesFarmers Union Canal
Location1.8 N. 0.3 W. Eagle
RouteCounty Highway 7028
CountyAda County
StateIdaho
Coordinates43.72079, -116.35948
Functional classRural 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating91.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span41 ft (12.5 m)
Deck width59 ft (18 m)
Roadway width47 ft (14.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,900 (2023)
Projected traffic8,850 by 2042
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Sma 7028;BEACON Lt over Farmers Union Canal built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sma 7028;BEACON Lt over Farmers Union Canal 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Sma 7028;BEACON Lt over Farmers Union Canal carry?

About 5,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is Sma 7028;BEACON Lt over Farmers Union Canal?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.

Who owns Sma 7028;BEACON Lt over Farmers Union Canal?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.