US Bridges

Lucky Nugget RD over S Fork Humboldt Rvr

Fair

Elko County, Nevada · S of S Fork Reservoir · Structure no. M2048B

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
83
2017 count
Owner
State
State Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency

About this bridge

Lucky Nugget RD over S Fork Humboldt Rvr is a steel culvert carrying Lucky Nugget RD over S Fork Humboldt Rvr in Elko County, Nevada. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 5 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 83 vehicles a day, projected to reach 92 by 2040. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesLucky Nugget RD
CrossesS Fork Humboldt Rvr
LocationS of S Fork Reservoir
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyElko County
StateNevada
Coordinates40.64833, -115.74
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic83 (2017)
Projected traffic92 by 2040
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency
Maintained byState Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Lucky Nugget RD over S Fork Humboldt Rvr built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lucky Nugget RD over S Fork Humboldt Rvr 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Lucky Nugget RD over S Fork Humboldt Rvr carry?

About 83 vehicles per day (2017 count).

How long is Lucky Nugget RD over S Fork Humboldt Rvr?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Lucky Nugget RD over S Fork Humboldt Rvr?

It is owned by the State Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency.