US Bridges

SR445 Pyramid HWY over Mullen Crk

Good

Washoe County, Nevada · South of Sutcliffe · Structure no. B 253

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,050
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR445 Pyramid HWY over Mullen Crk is a concrete culvert carrying SR445 Pyramid HWY over Mullen Crk in Washoe County, Nevada. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 9,050 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,500 by 2040. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 54.1 mi (87 km).

CarriesSR445 Pyramid HWY
CrossesMullen Crk
LocationSouth of Sutcliffe
RouteState Highway 445
StateNevada
Coordinates39.88401, -119.6007
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionMarch 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 rating50.7 US tons
Inventory rating30.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,050 (2021)
Projected traffic12,500 by 2040
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed54.1 mi (87 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 SR445 Pyramid HWY over Mullen Crk built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR445 Pyramid HWY over Mullen 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does SR445 Pyramid HWY over Mullen Crk carry?

About 9,050 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SR445 Pyramid HWY over Mullen Crk?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).

Who owns SR445 Pyramid HWY over Mullen Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.