IRR BIA 12 over Irrigation Canal
FairElko County, Nevada · 2.6 KM SW of Owyhee · Structure no. 0000H64641B0325
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 23 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA 12 over Irrigation Canal is a steel culvert carrying IRR BIA 12 over Irrigation Canal in Elko County, Nevada. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 5 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 120 by 2044. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR BIA 12 over Irrigation Canal built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR BIA 12 over Irrigation Canal 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 12 over Irrigation Canal carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA 12 over Irrigation Canal?
The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA 12 over Irrigation Canal?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.