Breakwater Drive over Lakes 2 and 5
FairClark County, Nevada · Sun City · Structure no. B2171
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 52 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,300
- 2017 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Breakwater Drive over Lakes 2 and 5 is a concrete arch - deck carrying Breakwater Drive over Lakes 2 and 5 in Clark County, Nevada. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 3,300 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,825 by 2040. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Breakwater Drive over Lakes 2 and 5 built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is Breakwater Drive over Lakes 2 and 5 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Breakwater Drive over Lakes 2 and 5 carry?
About 3,300 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Breakwater Drive over Lakes 2 and 5?
The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.
Who owns Breakwater Drive over Lakes 2 and 5?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.