US Bridges

Camino Al Norte ST over Gowan Retention Basin

Fair

Clark County, Nevada · North West Las Vega · Structure no. B2197

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
64 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
18,900
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Camino Al Norte ST over Gowan Retention Basin is a concrete culvert carrying Camino Al Norte ST over Gowan Retention Basin in Clark County, Nevada. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 18,900 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,087 by 2040. The structure is 64 ft (19.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesCamino Al Norte ST
CrossesGowan Retention Basin
LocationNorth West Las Vega
RouteCity Street 0
StateNevada
Coordinates36.25209, -115.15311
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53.6 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length64 ft (19.6 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,900 (2017)
Projected traffic39,087 by 2040
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 ST over Gowan Retention Basin built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Camino Al Norte ST over Gowan Retention Basin 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 November 2021.

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

About 18,900 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Camino Al Norte ST over Gowan Retention Basin?

The structure is 64 ft (19.6 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.5 m).

Who owns Camino Al Norte ST over Gowan Retention Basin?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.