US 95 over Ramsey Wash
FairEsmeralda County, Nevada · South of Tonopah · Structure no. B 540
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old, rebuilt 1979
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,900
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 95 over Ramsey Wash is a concrete culvert carrying US 95 over Ramsey Wash in Esmeralda County, Nevada. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1979, so it is 75 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 2,900 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,500 by 2040. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 77.1 mi (124 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 US 95 over Ramsey Wash built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1979.
What condition is US 95 over Ramsey 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 2023.
How much traffic does US 95 over Ramsey Wash carry?
About 2,900 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 95 over Ramsey Wash?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns US 95 over Ramsey Wash?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.