US Bridges

US 20 Frontage RD over Fall River Overflow

Poor

Fremont County, Idaho · 1.5 N. 3.7 E. ST Anthony · Structure no. 000000000032245

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected October 2024
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
10
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 20 Frontage RD over Fall River Overflow is a concrete frame carrying US 20 Frontage RD over Fall River Overflow in Fremont County, Idaho. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 4 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 10 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 15 by 2039. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesUS 20 Frontage RD
CrossesFall River Overflow
Location1.5 N. 3.7 E. ST Anthony
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateIdaho
Coordinates43.98317, -111.60689
Functional classRural Local

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
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 15
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10 (2023)
Projected traffic15 by 2039
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$277,000 (2019 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 20 Frontage RD over Fall River Overflow built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 20 Frontage RD over Fall River Overflow 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US 20 Frontage RD over Fall River Overflow carry?

About 10 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 20 Frontage RD over Fall River Overflow?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns US 20 Frontage RD over Fall River Overflow?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.