US Bridges

SR-68 Sbl over US-89 (SR-89)

Fair

Davis County, Utah · 500 W.2000 So.-Bountiful · Structure no. 3C 330

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1960
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Girder and Floorbeam System
Steel
Length
152 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
8,228
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR-68 Sbl over US-89 (SR-89) is a steel girder and floorbeam system carrying SR-68 Sbl over US-89 (SR-89) in Davis County, Utah. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 90 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 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 8,228 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,874 by 2042. The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSR-68 Sbl
CrossesUS-89 (SR-89)
Location500 W.2000 So.-Bountiful
RouteState Highway 68
CountyDavis County
StateUtah
Coordinates40.86917, -111.89222
Functional classRural Minor 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating57.5 US tons
Inventory rating43.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeGirder and Floorbeam System
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length152 ft (46.3 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.4 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.7 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,228 (2022)
Projected traffic9,874 by 2042
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR-68 Sbl over US-89 (SR-89) built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.

What condition is SR-68 Sbl over US-89 (SR-89) 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does SR-68 Sbl over US-89 (SR-89) carry?

About 8,228 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is SR-68 Sbl over US-89 (SR-89)?

The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns SR-68 Sbl over US-89 (SR-89)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.