State Route 32 over Kusal Slough
GoodButte County, California · 03-BUT-032-1.97 · Structure no. 12 0050
- Built
- 1921
- 104 years old, rebuilt 1960
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 242 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,700
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 32 over Kusal Slough is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying State Route 32 over Kusal Slough in Butte County, California. It was built in 1921 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 104 years old, older 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 11,700 vehicles a day, projected to reach 17,555 by 2042. The structure is 242 ft (73.8 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 32 over Kusal Slough built?
It was built in 1921, making it 104 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.
What condition is State Route 32 over Kusal Slough 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 32 over Kusal Slough carry?
About 11,700 vehicles per day (2020 count).
How long is State Route 32 over Kusal Slough?
The structure is 242 ft (73.8 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 32 over Kusal Slough?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.