US Bridges

US-91 (SR-91) over Blacksmith Fork River

Good

Cache County, Utah · South Edge of Logan · Structure no. 0D 597

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
57 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
21,964
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-91 (SR-91) over Blacksmith Fork River is a concrete frame carrying US-91 (SR-91) over Blacksmith Fork River in Cache County, Utah. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older than the Utah average of 40.1 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 21,964 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,357 by 2041. The structure is 57 ft (17.3 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS-91 (SR-91)
CrossesBlacksmith Fork River
LocationSouth Edge of Logan
RouteU.S. Route 91
StateUtah
Coordinates41.70417, -111.85056
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61.4 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length57 ft (17.3 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width80 ft (24.4 m)
Roadway width74 ft (22.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,964 (2021)
Projected traffic26,357 by 2041
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US-91 (SR-91) over Blacksmith Fork River built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-91 (SR-91) over Blacksmith Fork River 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US-91 (SR-91) over Blacksmith Fork River carry?

About 21,964 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US-91 (SR-91) over Blacksmith Fork River?

The structure is 57 ft (17.3 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.

Who owns US-91 (SR-91) over Blacksmith Fork River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.