IRR BIA 2 over Sheep Creek
FairElko County, Nevada · 11 KM SW of Owyhee · Structure no. 0000H64641B0323
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA 2 over Sheep Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IRR BIA 2 over Sheep Creek in Elko County, Nevada. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 20 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 23 by 2044. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR BIA 2 over Sheep Creek built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR BIA 2 over Sheep Creek 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does IRR BIA 2 over Sheep Creek carry?
About 20 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA 2 over Sheep Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA 2 over Sheep Creek?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.