State Route 88 over West Fork Carson River
FairAlpine County, California · 10-ALP-088-12.46 · Structure no. 31 0014
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old, rebuilt 1979
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 46 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,200
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 88 over West Fork Carson River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying State Route 88 over West Fork Carson River in Alpine County, California. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1979, 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 2,200 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,977 by 2045. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 26 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 88 over West Fork Carson River built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1979.
What condition is 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 State Route 88 over West Fork Carson River carry?
About 2,200 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is State Route 88 over West Fork Carson River?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 88 over West Fork Carson River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.