US Bridges

SR 189 over Wildlife Crossing

Good

Wasatch County, Utah · Deer Creek State Park · Structure no. 0V2131

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
30 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
14,016
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 189 over Wildlife Crossing is a steel culvert carrying SR 189 over Wildlife Crossing in Wasatch County, Utah. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 14,016 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,819 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.2 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).

CarriesSR 189
CrossesWildlife Crossing
LocationDeer Creek State Park
RouteU.S. Route 189
StateUtah
Coordinates40.41639, -111.48667
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
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating80 US tons
Inventory rating42.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length30 ft (9.2 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.2 m)
Deck width82 ft (25 m)
Roadway width82 ft (25 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,016 (2022)
Projected traffic16,819 by 2042
Trucks29%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed34.8 mi (56 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 SR 189 over Wildlife Crossing built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 189 over Wildlife Crossing 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does SR 189 over Wildlife Crossing carry?

About 14,016 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.

How long is SR 189 over Wildlife Crossing?

The structure is 30 ft (9.2 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.2 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.

Who owns SR 189 over Wildlife Crossing?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.