US Bridges

US-6 (SR-6) over Hard Scrabble Creek

Fair

Carbon County, Utah · North of Helper · Structure no. 0E1172

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
11,773
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-6 (SR-6) over Hard Scrabble Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US-6 (SR-6) over Hard Scrabble Creek in Carbon County, Utah. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 years old, older than the Utah average of 40.1 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 11,773 vehicles a day, roughly 48% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,128 by 2042. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesUS-6 (SR-6)
CrossesHard Scrabble Creek
LocationNorth of Helper
RouteU.S. Route 6
CountyCarbon County
StateUtah
Coordinates39.69786, -110.86769
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71.8 US tons
Inventory rating32.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span13 ft (4.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,773 (2022)
Projected traffic14,128 by 2042
Trucks48%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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-6 (SR-6) over Hard Scrabble Creek built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-6 (SR-6) over Hard Scrabble Creek 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does US-6 (SR-6) over Hard Scrabble Creek carry?

About 11,773 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 48% are trucks.

How long is US-6 (SR-6) over Hard Scrabble Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4.1 m).

Who owns US-6 (SR-6) over Hard Scrabble Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.