US Bridges

US-6 (SR-6) over Sand Wash

Fair

Carbon County, Utah · 1.5 Mi.West of Wellington · Structure no. 0E1612

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
37 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
11,810
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-6 (SR-6) over Sand Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US-6 (SR-6) over Sand Wash in Carbon County, Utah. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 11,810 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,172 by 2041. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesUS-6 (SR-6)
CrossesSand Wash
Location1.5 Mi.West of Wellington
RouteU.S. Route 6
CountyCarbon County
StateUtah
Coordinates39.56075, -110.76685
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45.3 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,810 (2021)
Projected traffic14,172 by 2041
Trucks31%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 Sand Wash built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-6 (SR-6) over Sand Wash 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does US-6 (SR-6) over Sand Wash carry?

About 11,810 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is US-6 (SR-6) over Sand Wash?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.3 m).

Who owns US-6 (SR-6) over Sand Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.