US Bridges

Fairlands DR over G-3 Channel

Good

Alameda County, California · 800 Ft S of Pimlico DR · Structure no. 33C0460

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
20 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,900
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Fairlands DR over G-3 Channel is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Fairlands DR over G-3 Channel in Alameda County, California. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger than the California average of 54.8 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 1,900 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,772 by 2044. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long and 78 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesFairlands DR
CrossesG-3 Channel
Location800 Ft S of Pimlico DR
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates37.6992, -121.86531
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length20 ft (6.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.1 m)
Deck width78 ft (23.8 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,900 (2019)
Projected traffic14,772 by 2044
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Fairlands DR over G-3 Channel built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is Fairlands DR over G-3 Channel 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 October 2022.

How much traffic does Fairlands DR over G-3 Channel carry?

About 1,900 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Fairlands DR over G-3 Channel?

The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m) and a deck 78 ft wide.

Who owns Fairlands DR over G-3 Channel?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.