State Route 89 over East Fork Carson River
FairAlpine County, California · 10-ALP-089-13.30 · Structure no. 31 0001
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 1984
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 156 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 950
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 89 over East Fork Carson River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying State Route 89 over East Fork Carson River in Alpine County, California. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 91 years old, older than the California average of 54.8 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 950 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,854 by 2041. The structure is 156 ft (47.6 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 State Route 89 over East Fork Carson River built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.
What condition is State Route 89 over East Fork Carson 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does State Route 89 over East Fork Carson River carry?
About 950 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is State Route 89 over East Fork Carson River?
The structure is 156 ft (47.6 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 89 over East Fork Carson River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.