State Route 70 over Penstock Uc
GoodButte County, California · 03-BUT-070-44.43 · Structure no. 12 0105
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 47 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,350
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 70 over Penstock Uc is a concrete continuous frame carrying State Route 70 over Penstock Uc in Butte County, California. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 1,350 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,289 by 2041. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
Location
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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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 70 over Penstock Uc built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 70 over Penstock Uc 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does State Route 70 over Penstock Uc carry?
About 1,350 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is State Route 70 over Penstock Uc?
The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.7 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 70 over Penstock Uc?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.