Richvale HWY over Junction Draw
FairButte County, California · 03-BUT-099-13.16 · Structure no. 12 0104Y
- Built
- 1918
- 107 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,000
- 1998 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Richvale HWY over Junction Draw is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Richvale HWY over Junction Draw in Butte County, California. It was built in 1918, so it is 107 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 5,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,507 by 2041. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Richvale HWY over Junction Draw built?
It was built in 1918, making it 107 years old in 2025.
What condition is Richvale HWY over Junction Draw 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does Richvale HWY over Junction Draw carry?
About 5,000 vehicles per day (1998 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Richvale HWY over Junction Draw?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns Richvale HWY over Junction Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.