US Bridges

US-40 (SR-40) over Strawberry River

Fair

Wasatch County, Utah · West Strawberry Reservoir · Structure no. 0E2017

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,191
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-40 (SR-40) over Strawberry River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US-40 (SR-40) over Strawberry River in Wasatch County, Utah. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 6,191 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,429 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 87 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesUS-40 (SR-40)
CrossesStrawberry River
LocationWest Strawberry Reservoir
RouteU.S. Route 40
CountyWasatch County
StateUtah
Coordinates40.28111, -111.22639
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 inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating82.9 US tons
Inventory rating68.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width87 ft (26.5 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,191 (2022)
Projected traffic7,429 by 2042
Trucks25%
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-40 (SR-40) over Strawberry River built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-40 (SR-40) over Strawberry River 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does US-40 (SR-40) over Strawberry River carry?

About 6,191 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is US-40 (SR-40) over Strawberry River?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 87 ft wide.

Who owns US-40 (SR-40) over Strawberry River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.