Needles Hw over Dry Wash
FairClark County, Nevada · Laughlin · Structure no. B2459
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 82 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,250
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Needles Hw over Dry Wash is a concrete culvert carrying Needles Hw over Dry Wash in Clark County, Nevada. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 5,250 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,720 by 2040. The structure is 82 ft (24.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Needles Hw over Dry Wash built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is Needles Hw over Dry Wash 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Needles Hw over Dry Wash carry?
About 5,250 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Needles Hw over Dry Wash?
The structure is 82 ft (24.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Needles Hw over Dry Wash?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.