I 80 over Dry Wash
FairElko County, Nevada · East of Wells · Structure no. B1343W
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,525
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 80 over Dry Wash is a concrete culvert carrying I 80 over Dry Wash in Elko County, Nevada. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 3,525 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,762 by 2040. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 I 80 over Dry Wash built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 80 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 2024.
How much traffic does I 80 over Dry Wash carry?
About 3,525 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.
How long is I 80 over Dry Wash?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns I 80 over Dry Wash?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.