US Bridges

US-40 (SR-40) over Halfway Hollow Wash

Fair

Uintah County, Utah · 11.5 Miles West of Vernal · Structure no. 0E1499

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,411
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-40 (SR-40) over Halfway Hollow Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US-40 (SR-40) over Halfway Hollow Wash in Uintah County, Utah. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 6,411 vehicles a day, roughly 48% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,693 by 2037. The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

Location

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CarriesUS-40 (SR-40)
CrossesHalfway Hollow Wash
Location11.5 Miles West of Vernal
RouteU.S. Route 40
CountyUintah County
StateUtah
Coordinates40.32378, -109.686
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating106.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,411 (2017)
Projected traffic7,693 by 2037
Trucks48%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.9 mi (40 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-40 (SR-40) over Halfway Hollow Wash built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-40 (SR-40) over Halfway 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US-40 (SR-40) over Halfway Hollow Wash carry?

About 6,411 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 48% are trucks.

How long is US-40 (SR-40) over Halfway Hollow Wash?

The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m).

Who owns US-40 (SR-40) over Halfway Hollow Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.