Russell RD over Whitney Wash Overflow
FairClark County, Nevada · Las Vegas · Structure no. B1547
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,000
- 2017 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Russell RD over Whitney Wash Overflow is a concrete culvert carrying Russell RD over Whitney Wash Overflow in Clark County, Nevada. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 20,000 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,750 by 2040. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Russell RD over Whitney Wash Overflow built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is Russell RD over Whitney Wash Overflow 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Russell RD over Whitney Wash Overflow carry?
About 20,000 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Russell RD over Whitney Wash Overflow?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Russell RD over Whitney Wash Overflow?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.