Jim Brown Bridge R over Little Wood River
PoorPosted for loadLincoln County, Idaho · 3.2 N. 3.7 E. Richfield · Structure no. 000000000024955
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 53 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Local
- Other Local Agency
About this bridge
Jim Brown Bridge R over Little Wood River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Jim Brown Bridge R over Little Wood River in Lincoln County, Idaho. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 3 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 5 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 8 by 2039. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long and 11 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).
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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.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Jim Brown Bridge R over Little Wood River built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Jim Brown Bridge R over Little Wood 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Jim Brown Bridge R over Little Wood River carry?
About 5 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Jim Brown Bridge R over Little Wood River?
The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 11 ft wide.
Who owns Jim Brown Bridge R over Little Wood River?
It is owned by the Other Local Agency.