I 80 over North Truckee Drain
GoodWashoe County, Nevada · Sparks · Structure no. B 12
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 49,000
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 80 over North Truckee Drain is a concrete culvert carrying I 80 over North Truckee Drain in Washoe County, Nevada. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 72 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 49,000 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 75,800 by 2040. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 80 over North Truckee Drain built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.
What condition is I 80 over North Truckee Drain 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does I 80 over North Truckee Drain carry?
About 49,000 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is I 80 over North Truckee Drain?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns I 80 over North Truckee Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.