56953 over Owyhee River
GoodElko County, Nevada · No Data Entered · Structure no. 041706000003013
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 58 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 50
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
56953 over Owyhee River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 56953 over Owyhee River 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 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 75 by 2045. The structure is 58 ft (17.8 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 620.7 mi (999 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 56953 over Owyhee River built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is 56953 over Owyhee River 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 2023.
How much traffic does 56953 over Owyhee River carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (latest count).
How long is 56953 over Owyhee River?
The structure is 58 ft (17.8 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns 56953 over Owyhee River?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service and maintained by the County Highway Agency.