US-89 (SR-89) over Sandy Creek
FairGarfield County, Utah · 5.8 Miles No.Of Panquitch · Structure no. 0D 729
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1967
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,536
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-89 (SR-89) over Sandy Creek is a concrete slab carrying US-89 (SR-89) over Sandy Creek in Garfield County, Utah. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1967, so it is 94 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 2,536 vehicles a day, roughly 37% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,043 by 2041. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-89 (SR-89) over Sandy Creek built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1967.
What condition is US-89 (SR-89) over Sandy 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US-89 (SR-89) over Sandy Creek carry?
About 2,536 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 37% are trucks.
How long is US-89 (SR-89) over Sandy Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns US-89 (SR-89) over Sandy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.