US 50 over Carson River
FairChurchill County, Nevada · West of Fallon · Structure no. B1557
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 184 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,800
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 over Carson River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 50 over Carson River in Churchill County, Nevada. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 16,800 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,000 by 2040. The structure is 184 ft (56.1 m) long and 100 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 US 50 over Carson River built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 50 over Carson River 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does US 50 over Carson River carry?
About 16,800 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 50 over Carson River?
The structure is 184 ft (56.1 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 100 ft wide.
Who owns US 50 over Carson River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.