SR338 Sweetwater over Saroni Canal
GoodLyon County, Nevada · SE of Wellington · Structure no. B 462
- Built
- 1946
- 79 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 480
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR338 Sweetwater over Saroni Canal is a concrete culvert carrying SR338 Sweetwater over Saroni Canal in Lyon County, Nevada. It was built in 1946, so it is 79 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 480 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,191 by 2040. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR338 Sweetwater over Saroni Canal built?
It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR338 Sweetwater over Saroni Canal 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does SR338 Sweetwater over Saroni Canal carry?
About 480 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is SR338 Sweetwater over Saroni Canal?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR338 Sweetwater over Saroni Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.