US Bridges

US 95 over Sarcobatus Wash

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Nye County, Nevada · Near Beatty · Structure no. B1023

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,050
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 95 over Sarcobatus Wash is a concrete culvert carrying US 95 over Sarcobatus Wash in Nye County, Nevada. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 3,050 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,200 by 2040. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 77.1 mi (124 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 95
CrossesSarcobatus Wash
LocationNear Beatty
RouteU.S. Route 95
CountyNye County
StateNevada
Coordinates37.30837, -117.06297
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating42.8 US tons
Inventory rating25.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 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 traffic3,050 (2021)
Projected traffic4,200 by 2040
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed77.1 mi (124 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$221,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 95 over Sarcobatus Wash built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 95 over Sarcobatus Wash 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does US 95 over Sarcobatus Wash carry?

About 3,050 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US 95 over Sarcobatus Wash?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US 95 over Sarcobatus Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.