Old State Route 88 over West Fork Carson River
FairAlpine County, California · 10-ALP-088-16.22 · Structure no. 31 0005Z
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 55 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,200
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old State Route 88 over West Fork Carson River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Old State Route 88 over West Fork Carson River in Alpine County, California. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 3,200 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,666 by 2041. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old State Route 88 over West Fork Carson River built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old State Route 88 over West 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 Old State Route 88 over West Fork Carson River carry?
About 3,200 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Old State Route 88 over West Fork Carson River?
The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.5 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns Old State Route 88 over West Fork Carson River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.