US Bridges

I 15 over Dry Wash

Good

Clark County, Nevada · Southwest of Mesquite · Structure no. B1168S

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
12,400
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 15 over Dry Wash is a concrete culvert carrying I 15 over Dry Wash in Clark 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 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 12,400 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,783 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesI 15
CrossesDry Wash
LocationSouthwest of Mesquite
RouteInterstate 15
StateNevada
Coordinates36.77413, -114.29354
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating71.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length21 ft (6.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,400 (2021)
Projected traffic23,783 by 2040
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I 15 over Dry Wash built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is I 15 over Dry 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does I 15 over Dry Wash carry?

About 12,400 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is I 15 over Dry Wash?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns I 15 over Dry Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.