US Bridges

US 93 over Wildlife Underpass

Good

Elko County, Nevada · North of Wells · Structure no. B2937

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
27 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,200
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 93 over Wildlife Underpass is a steel culvert carrying US 93 over Wildlife Underpass in Elko County, Nevada. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 years old, younger 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 3,200 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,000 by 2040. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long.

CarriesUS 93
CrossesWildlife Underpass
LocationNorth of Wells
RouteU.S. Route 93
StateNevada
Coordinates41.19503, -114.86604
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating95.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span27 ft (8.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,200 (2021)
Projected traffic4,000 by 2040
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 93 over Wildlife Underpass built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 93 over Wildlife Underpass 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does US 93 over Wildlife Underpass carry?

About 3,200 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is US 93 over Wildlife Underpass?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m).

Who owns US 93 over Wildlife Underpass?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.