US Bridges

US-6 (SR-6) over Union Pacific Railroad

Good

Utah County, Utah · 2 Miles West of Skyview · Structure no. 0F 741

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
200 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,670
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-6 (SR-6) over Union Pacific Railroad is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-6 (SR-6) over Union Pacific Railroad in Utah County, Utah. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 years old, younger than the Utah average of 40.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 7,670 vehicles a day, roughly 42% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,588 by 2034. The structure is 200 ft (61.1 m) long and 303 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesUS-6 (SR-6)
CrossesUnion Pacific Railroad
Location2 Miles West of Skyview
RouteU.S. Route 6
StateUtah
Coordinates39.95609, -111.24164
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating42.9 US tons
Inventory rating28.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length200 ft (61.1 m)
Longest span107 ft (32.7 m)
Deck width303 ft (92.4 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,670 (2014)
Projected traffic9,588 by 2034
Trucks42%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 Union Pacific Railroad built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-6 (SR-6) over Union Pacific Railroad in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.

How much traffic does US-6 (SR-6) over Union Pacific Railroad carry?

About 7,670 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 42% are trucks.

How long is US-6 (SR-6) over Union Pacific Railroad?

The structure is 200 ft (61.1 m) long with a longest span of 107 ft (32.7 m) and a deck 303 ft wide.

Who owns US-6 (SR-6) over Union Pacific Railroad?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.