US Bridges

SR659 W.Mccarran over Alum Crk

Fair

Washoe County, Nevada · Reno near Caughlin Rnch · Structure no. B2457

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
23,800
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR659 W.Mccarran over Alum Crk is a concrete culvert carrying SR659 W.Mccarran over Alum Crk in Washoe County, Nevada. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger than the Nevada average of 36.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 23,800 vehicles a day, projected to reach 59,069 by 2040. The structure is 46 ft (14.1 m) long.

Location

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CarriesSR659 W.Mccarran
CrossesAlum Crk
LocationReno near Caughlin Rnch
RouteState Highway 659
CountyWashoe County
StateNevada
Coordinates39.50473, -119.85865
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 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 rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating68 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length46 ft (14.1 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,800 (2017)
Projected traffic59,069 by 2040
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR659 W.Mccarran over Alum Crk built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR659 W.Mccarran over Alum Crk in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2022.

How much traffic does SR659 W.Mccarran over Alum Crk carry?

About 23,800 vehicles per day (2017 count).

How long is SR659 W.Mccarran over Alum Crk?

The structure is 46 ft (14.1 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.5 m).

Who owns SR659 W.Mccarran over Alum Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.