River Road over Virgin River
FairWashington County, Utah · South Side of St. George · Structure no. 053004F
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old, rebuilt 2021
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 350 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 28,980
- 2010 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
River Road over Virgin River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying River Road over Virgin River in Washington County, Utah. It was built in 1992 and reconstructed in 2021, so it is 33 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 28,980 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,211 by 2030. The structure is 350 ft (106.7 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was River Road over Virgin River built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2021.
What condition is River Road over Virgin 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does River Road over Virgin River carry?
About 28,980 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is River Road over Virgin River?
The structure is 350 ft (106.7 m) long with a longest span of 134 ft (40.7 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.
Who owns River Road over Virgin River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.