US Bridges

SR 573/CRAIG RD over Vandenberg Wash

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Clark County, Nevada · North Las Vegas · Structure no. B1528

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
22,400
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 573/CRAIG RD over Vandenberg Wash is a concrete culvert carrying SR 573/CRAIG RD over Vandenberg Wash in Clark County, Nevada. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 22,400 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 70,316 by 2040. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 573/CRAIG RD
CrossesVandenberg Wash
LocationNorth Las Vegas
RouteCity Street 573
CountyClark County
StateNevada
Coordinates36.2404, -115.08426
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating41.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length22 ft (6.7 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 traffic22,400 (2021)
Projected traffic70,316 by 2040
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$487,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 573/CRAIG RD over Vandenberg Wash built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 573/CRAIG RD over Vandenberg 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does SR 573/CRAIG RD over Vandenberg Wash carry?

About 22,400 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is SR 573/CRAIG RD over Vandenberg Wash?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SR 573/CRAIG RD over Vandenberg Wash?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.