US 95 over Eldorado Lake
PoorClark County, Nevada · North of Searchlight · Structure no. B1516S
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,325
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 95 over Eldorado Lake is a concrete culvert carrying US 95 over Eldorado Lake in Clark County, Nevada. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, older than the Nevada average of 36.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 4,325 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,000 by 2040. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 95 over Eldorado Lake built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 95 over Eldorado Lake in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does US 95 over Eldorado Lake carry?
About 4,325 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 95 over Eldorado Lake?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 95 over Eldorado Lake?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.