US Bridges

Seaman RD over Cherry Crk

Good

Lincoln County, Nevada · South of Adaven · Structure no. M1708B

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
20 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2017 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Seaman RD over Cherry Crk is a steel culvert carrying Seaman RD over Cherry Crk in Lincoln 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 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 103 by 2040. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 77.1 mi (124 km).

CarriesSeaman RD
CrossesCherry Crk
LocationSouth of Adaven
StateNevada
Coordinates38.04028, -115.37083
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
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 rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2017)
Projected traffic103 by 2040
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed77.1 mi (124 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway 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 Seaman RD over Cherry Crk built?

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

What condition is Seaman RD over Cherry Crk 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Seaman RD over Cherry Crk carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2017 count).

How long is Seaman RD over Cherry Crk?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.4 m).

Who owns Seaman RD over Cherry Crk?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.