US 50 over Dry Wash
FairChurchill County, Nevada · East of Fallon · Structure no. B 985
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 730
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 over Dry Wash is a concrete culvert carrying US 50 over Dry Wash in Churchill County, Nevada. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 years old, older than the Nevada average of 36.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 730 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,100 by 2040. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 50 over Dry Wash built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 50 over Dry Wash in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2021.
How much traffic does US 50 over Dry Wash carry?
About 730 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 50 over Dry Wash?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US 50 over Dry Wash?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.