US Bridges

Stc 4792;CHESTNUT over Cow Creek

Good

Latah County, Idaho · In Genesee;chestnut St. · Structure no. 000000000020310

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
40 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
210
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Stc 4792;CHESTNUT over Cow Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Stc 4792;CHESTNUT over Cow Creek in Latah County, Idaho. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, older 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 210 vehicles a day, roughly 50% of them trucks, projected to reach 315 by 2042. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesStc 4792;CHESTNUT
CrossesCow Creek
LocationIn Genesee;chestnut St.
RouteCity Street 4792
StateIdaho
Coordinates46.5495, -116.91961
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span39 ft (11.9 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.3 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic210 (2023)
Projected traffic315 by 2042
Trucks50%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Stc 4792;CHESTNUT over Cow Creek built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is Stc 4792;CHESTNUT over Cow Creek 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Stc 4792;CHESTNUT over Cow Creek carry?

About 210 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 50% are trucks.

How long is Stc 4792;CHESTNUT over Cow Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns Stc 4792;CHESTNUT over Cow Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.