US Bridges

Thomas Creek RD over Whites Crk

Good

Washoe County, Nevada · North of Mt Rose Hw · Structure no. B2452

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,850
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Thomas Creek RD over Whites Crk is a concrete culvert carrying Thomas Creek RD over Whites Crk in Washoe County, Nevada. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger 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 3,850 vehicles a day, projected to reach 6,300 by 2040. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long.

CarriesThomas Creek RD
CrossesWhites Crk
LocationNorth of Mt Rose Hw
RouteCity Street 0
StateNevada
Coordinates39.39441, -119.79136
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 inspectionApril 2022
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 rating97.8 US tons
Inventory rating59.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,850 (2021)
Projected traffic6,300 by 2040
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 Thomas Creek RD over Whites Crk built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is Thomas Creek RD over Whites 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 April 2022.

How much traffic does Thomas Creek RD over Whites Crk carry?

About 3,850 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is Thomas Creek RD over Whites Crk?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).

Who owns Thomas Creek RD over Whites Crk?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.