US Bridges

US-6 (SR-6) over Diamond Fork Creek

Fair

Utah County, Utah · 2.5 Mi.Nw.Of Thistle Jct. · Structure no. 0E2216

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,815
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-6 (SR-6) over Diamond Fork Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-6 (SR-6) over Diamond Fork Creek in Utah County, Utah. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 9,815 vehicles a day, roughly 42% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,269 by 2034. The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesUS-6 (SR-6)
CrossesDiamond Fork Creek
Location2.5 Mi.Nw.Of Thistle Jct.
RouteU.S. Route 6
CountyUtah County
StateUtah
Coordinates40.02775, -111.502
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.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating107.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck99 ft (30.2 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,815 (2014)
Projected traffic12,269 by 2034
Trucks42%
Lanes on structure4
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-6 (SR-6) over Diamond Fork Creek built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-6 (SR-6) over Diamond Fork 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does US-6 (SR-6) over Diamond Fork Creek carry?

About 9,815 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 42% are trucks.

How long is US-6 (SR-6) over Diamond Fork Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US-6 (SR-6) over Diamond Fork Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.