I 80 and Ramps over Dry Wash
FairElko County, Nevada · Wells · Structure no. B1438
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,550
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 80 and Ramps over Dry Wash is a concrete culvert carrying I 80 and Ramps over Dry Wash in Elko County, Nevada. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 8,550 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,500 by 2040. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 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 and Ramps over Dry Wash built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 80 and Ramps 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 and Ramps over Dry Wash carry?
About 8,550 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.
How long is I 80 and Ramps over Dry Wash?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns I 80 and Ramps over Dry Wash?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.