US Bridges

US-6 (SR-6) over Spring Canyon Wash

Fair

Carbon County, Utah · Just North of Helper Int. · Structure no. 0E2495

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
55 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
354
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-6 (SR-6) over Spring Canyon Wash is a concrete culvert carrying US-6 (SR-6) over Spring Canyon Wash in Carbon County, Utah. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 years old, younger 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 5 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 354 vehicles a day, roughly 42% of them trucks, projected to reach 425 by 2042. The structure is 55 ft (16.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesUS-6 (SR-6)
CrossesSpring Canyon Wash
LocationJust North of Helper Int.
RouteU.S. Route 6
CountyCarbon County
StateUtah
Coordinates39.6924, -110.85951
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.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating87.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length55 ft (16.7 m)
Longest span16 ft (5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic354 (2022)
Projected traffic425 by 2042
Trucks42%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 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 Spring Canyon Wash built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-6 (SR-6) over Spring Canyon 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 August 2023.

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

About 354 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 42% are trucks.

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

The structure is 55 ft (16.7 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (5 m).

Who owns US-6 (SR-6) over Spring Canyon Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.