I 80 over Welcome
FairElko County, Nevada · East of Elko · Structure no. H 916
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 8,650
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 80 over Welcome is a concrete culvert carrying I 80 over Welcome in Elko County, Nevada. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 8,650 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,171 by 2040. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 135 ft wide.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Welcome built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 80 over Welcome 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does I 80 over Welcome carry?
About 8,650 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.
How long is I 80 over Welcome?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 135 ft wide.
Who owns I 80 over Welcome?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.