State Route 89 over West Fork Carson River
FairAlpine County, California · 10-ALP-089-21.46 · Structure no. 31 0017
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old, rebuilt 2019
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 48 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,200
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 89 over West Fork Carson River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying State Route 89 over West Fork Carson River in Alpine County, California. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 2019, so it is 65 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 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 3,200 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,800 by 2041. The structure is 48 ft (14.7 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 West Fork Carson River built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2019.
What condition is State Route 89 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 89 over West Fork Carson River carry?
About 3,200 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is State Route 89 over West Fork Carson River?
The structure is 48 ft (14.7 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 89 over West Fork Carson River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.