US Bridges

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

Fair

Kane County, Utah · 40 Miles E. of Kanab · Structure no. 0E1120

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
48 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,499
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-89 (SR-89) over Sand Hollow Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US-89 (SR-89) over Sand Hollow Wash in Kane County, Utah. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 48 ft (14.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesUS-89 (SR-89)
CrossesSand Hollow Wash
Location40 Miles E. of Kanab
RouteU.S. Route 89
CountyKane County
StateUtah
Coordinates37.11444, -111.93472
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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating81 US tons
Inventory rating41.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length48 ft (14.7 m)
Longest span23 ft (6.9 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 Sand Hollow Wash built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

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

The structure is 48 ft (14.7 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (6.9 m).

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

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.