US Bridges

344 South over Middleton Wash

Fair

Washington County, Utah · 344 S. 1990 E. St.George · Structure no. 053069E

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
500
2014 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

344 South over Middleton Wash is a concrete culvert carrying 344 South over Middleton Wash in Washington County, Utah. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 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 500 vehicles a day, projected to reach 563 by 2034. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long.

Location

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Carries344 South
CrossesMiddleton Wash
Location344 S. 1990 E. St.George
RouteCity Street 0
CountyWashington County
StateUtah
Coordinates37.10128, -113.54134
Functional classRural Local

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating82.1 US tons
Inventory rating53.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic500 (2014)
Projected traffic563 by 2034
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionHighway traffic not carried
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township 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 344 South over Middleton Wash built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is 344 South over Middleton Wash 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 344 South over Middleton Wash carry?

About 500 vehicles per day (2014 count).

How long is 344 South over Middleton Wash?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns 344 South over Middleton Wash?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.