US 50 over Eastgate Wash
FairChurchill County, Nevada · East of Fallon · Structure no. B1128
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 720
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 over Eastgate Wash is a concrete culvert carrying US 50 over Eastgate Wash in Churchill County, Nevada. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 720 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 800 by 2040. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 77.1 mi (124 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Eastgate Wash built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 50 over Eastgate 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 2023.
How much traffic does US 50 over Eastgate Wash carry?
About 720 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 50 over Eastgate Wash?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns US 50 over Eastgate Wash?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.