SR 726/OLD River R over Carson River
GoodChurchill County, Nevada · North of Fallon · Structure no. B 547
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 91 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 360
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 726/OLD River R over Carson River is a concrete slab carrying SR 726/OLD River R over Carson River in Churchill County, Nevada. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 years old, older than the Nevada average of 36.4 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 360 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 460 by 2040. The structure is 91 ft (27.6 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 726/OLD River R over Carson River built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 726/OLD River R over Carson River 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does SR 726/OLD River R over Carson River carry?
About 360 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is SR 726/OLD River R over Carson River?
The structure is 91 ft (27.6 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns SR 726/OLD River R over Carson River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.