US Bridges

US-191 (SR-191) over Ashley Creek

Fair

Uintah County, Utah · North Edge of Vernal · Structure no. 0F 721

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
96 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,288
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-191 (SR-191) over Ashley Creek is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-191 (SR-191) over Ashley Creek in Uintah County, Utah. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 years old, younger 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 4,288 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,146 by 2042. The structure is 96 ft (29.4 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

Location

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CarriesUS-191 (SR-191)
CrossesAshley Creek
LocationNorth Edge of Vernal
RouteU.S. Route 191
CountyUintah County
StateUtah
Coordinates40.47245, -109.52876
Functional classUrban Minor 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length96 ft (29.4 m)
Longest span94 ft (28.7 m)
Deck width59 ft (18 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,288 (2022)
Projected traffic5,146 by 2042
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Ashley Creek built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-191 (SR-191) over Ashley 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 July 2023.

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

About 4,288 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

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

The structure is 96 ft (29.4 m) long with a longest span of 94 ft (28.7 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.

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

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.