US Bridges

SR-10 over Ferron Creek

Good

Emery County, Utah · South Side of Ferron · Structure no. 0E2348

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
33 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,510
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR-10 over Ferron Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR-10 over Ferron Creek in Emery County, Utah. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 5,510 vehicles a day, roughly 58% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,888 by 2034. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesSR-10
CrossesFerron Creek
LocationSouth Side of Ferron
RouteState Highway 10
CountyEmery County
StateUtah
Coordinates39.08193, -111.13205
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating78.6 US tons
Inventory rating53.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,510 (2014)
Projected traffic6,888 by 2034
Trucks58%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 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 SR-10 over Ferron Creek built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR-10 over Ferron Creek 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does SR-10 over Ferron Creek carry?

About 5,510 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 58% are trucks.

How long is SR-10 over Ferron Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns SR-10 over Ferron Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.