Shoestring Road over Snake River;sw Bliss Br
PoorTwin Falls County, Idaho · 0.6 S. 0.8 W. Bliss · Structure no. 000000000025330
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 190 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 190
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Local
- Other Local Agency
About this bridge
Shoestring Road over Snake River;sw Bliss Br is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Shoestring Road over Snake River;sw Bliss Br in Twin Falls 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 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 190 vehicles a day, projected to reach 285 by 2042. The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Shoestring Road over Snake River;sw Bliss Br built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is Shoestring Road over Snake River;sw Bliss Br 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Shoestring Road over Snake River;sw Bliss Br carry?
About 190 vehicles per day (2023 count).
How long is Shoestring Road over Snake River;sw Bliss Br?
The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long with a longest span of 118 ft (36 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Shoestring Road over Snake River;sw Bliss Br?
It is owned by the Other Local Agency.