US Bridges

US-89 (SR-89) over Petrified Hollow Wash

Fair

Kane County, Utah · 18 Miles East of Kanab · Structure no. 0E1107

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,499
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-89 (SR-89) over Petrified Hollow Wash is a concrete culvert carrying US-89 (SR-89) over Petrified Hollow Wash in Kane County, Utah. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 6 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 3,499 vehicles a day, roughly 37% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,199 by 2042. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesUS-89 (SR-89)
CrossesPetrified Hollow Wash
Location18 Miles East of Kanab
RouteU.S. Route 89
CountyKane County
StateUtah
Coordinates37.05056, -112.20444
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating25.7 US tons
Inventory rating15.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length31 ft (9.6 m)
Longest span29 ft (8.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck99 ft (30.2 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,499 (2022)
Projected traffic4,199 by 2042
Trucks37%
Lanes on structure2
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 US-89 (SR-89) over Petrified Hollow Wash built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-89 (SR-89) over Petrified Hollow Wash 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 Petrified Hollow Wash carry?

About 3,499 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 37% are trucks.

How long is US-89 (SR-89) over Petrified Hollow Wash?

The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.9 m).

Who owns US-89 (SR-89) over Petrified Hollow Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.