US Bridges

US-191 (SR-191) over Pack Creek

Fair

Grand County, Utah · So. End of Moab Main ST · Structure no. 0E1037

Built
1955
70 years old, rebuilt 1971
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
61 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
20,310
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-191 (SR-191) over Pack Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US-191 (SR-191) over Pack Creek in Grand County, Utah. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1971, so it is 70 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 20,310 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,372 by 2042. The structure is 61 ft (18.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS-191 (SR-191)
CrossesPack Creek
LocationSo. End of Moab Main ST
RouteU.S. Route 191
CountyGrand County
StateUtah
Coordinates38.56444, -109.54961
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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating0 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length61 ft (18.7 m)
Longest span29 ft (8.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,310 (2022)
Projected traffic24,372 by 2042
Trucks35%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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-191 (SR-191) over Pack Creek built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1971.

What condition is US-191 (SR-191) over Pack 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does US-191 (SR-191) over Pack Creek carry?

About 20,310 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.

How long is US-191 (SR-191) over Pack Creek?

The structure is 61 ft (18.7 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m).

Who owns US-191 (SR-191) over Pack Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.