I 15 over Tropicana Wash
GoodClark County, Nevada · Las Vegas · Structure no. B 795
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old, rebuilt 2011
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 183,000
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 15 over Tropicana Wash is a concrete culvert carrying I 15 over Tropicana Wash in Clark County, Nevada. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 2011, 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 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 183,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 531,299 by 2040. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 15 over Tropicana Wash built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2011.
What condition is I 15 over Tropicana Wash 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does I 15 over Tropicana Wash carry?
About 183,000 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is I 15 over Tropicana Wash?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.8 m).
Who owns I 15 over Tropicana Wash?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.