US Bridges

Stc 1757;MAIN ST over Portneuf River

Poor

Bannock County, Idaho · In Lava Hot Springs · Structure no. 000000000021975

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
43 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,200
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Stc 1757;MAIN ST over Portneuf River is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Stc 1757;MAIN ST over Portneuf River in Bannock County, Idaho. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 years old, older than the Idaho average of 45.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 2 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 1,200 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,800 by 2042. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesStc 1757;MAIN ST
CrossesPortneuf River
LocationIn Lava Hot Springs
RouteCity Street 1757
StateIdaho
Coordinates42.61928, -112.00628
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure2 CriticalAdvanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; extensive scour has occurred
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39 US tons
Inventory rating28 US tons

Structure

MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span42 ft (12.8 m)
Deck width33 ft (10 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,200 (2023)
Projected traffic1,800 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$582,000 (2023 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Stc 1757;MAIN ST over Portneuf River built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is Stc 1757;MAIN ST over Portneuf River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.

How much traffic does Stc 1757;MAIN ST over Portneuf River carry?

About 1,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Stc 1757;MAIN ST over Portneuf River?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Stc 1757;MAIN ST over Portneuf River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.