US Bridges

Camino Al Norte over Gowan Detention Basin

Good

Clark County, Nevada · North West Las Vegas · Structure no. B2158

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
52 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
30,000
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Camino Al Norte over Gowan Detention Basin is a concrete culvert carrying Camino Al Norte over Gowan Detention Basin in Clark County, Nevada. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 30,000 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 62,044 by 2040. The structure is 52 ft (15.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesCamino Al Norte
CrossesGowan Detention Basin
LocationNorth West Las Vegas
RouteCity Street 0
StateNevada
Coordinates36.24309, -115.15998
Functional classUrban Minor 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 inspectionNovember 2021
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 rating94.5 US tons
Inventory rating56.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length52 ft (15.7 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30,000 (2017)
Projected traffic62,044 by 2040
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Camino Al Norte over Gowan Detention Basin built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Camino Al Norte over Gowan Detention Basin 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 2021.

How much traffic does Camino Al Norte over Gowan Detention Basin carry?

About 30,000 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Camino Al Norte over Gowan Detention Basin?

The structure is 52 ft (15.7 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m).

Who owns Camino Al Norte over Gowan Detention Basin?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.