US Bridges

W. Charleston Blvd over Channel

Good

Clark County, Nevada · Las Vegas · Structure no. B2543

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,500
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

W. Charleston Blvd over Channel is a concrete culvert carrying W. Charleston Blvd over Channel in Clark County, Nevada. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 5,500 vehicles a day, projected to reach 11,375 by 2040. The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long.

Location

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CarriesW. Charleston Blvd
CrossesChannel
LocationLas Vegas
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyClark County
StateNevada
Coordinates36.15899, -115.30115
Functional classUrban Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 rating63.3 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length28 ft (8.4 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,500 (2017)
Projected traffic11,375 by 2040
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 W. Charleston Blvd over Channel built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is W. Charleston Blvd over Channel 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 W. Charleston Blvd over Channel carry?

About 5,500 vehicles per day (2017 count).

How long is W. Charleston Blvd over Channel?

The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.5 m).

Who owns W. Charleston Blvd over Channel?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.