US-89 (SR-89) over East Fork Virgin River
FairKane County, Utah · 0.1 Mi.So.Mt.Carmel Jct. · Structure no. 0C 337
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 158 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,190
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-89 (SR-89) over East Fork Virgin River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-89 (SR-89) over East Fork Virgin River in Kane County, Utah. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 3,190 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,828 by 2037. The structure is 158 ft (48.2 m) long and 42 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 East Fork Virgin River built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-89 (SR-89) over East Fork Virgin River 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US-89 (SR-89) over East Fork Virgin River carry?
About 3,190 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is US-89 (SR-89) over East Fork Virgin River?
The structure is 158 ft (48.2 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.6 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US-89 (SR-89) over East Fork Virgin River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.