State Route 162 over Mfk Feather Ri Bidwell
GoodButte County, California · 03-BUT-162-26.87 · Structure no. 12 0188
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Suspension
- Steel
- Length
- 1,793 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,500
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- Other State Agency
About this bridge
State Route 162 over Mfk Feather Ri Bidwell is a steel suspension carrying State Route 162 over Mfk Feather Ri Bidwell in Butte County, California. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,788 by 2041. The structure is 1,793 ft (546.5 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 162 over Mfk Feather Ri Bidwell built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 162 over Mfk Feather Ri Bidwell 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does State Route 162 over Mfk Feather Ri Bidwell carry?
About 1,500 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is State Route 162 over Mfk Feather Ri Bidwell?
The structure is 1,793 ft (546.5 m) long with a longest span of 1,108 ft (337.7 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 162 over Mfk Feather Ri Bidwell?
It is owned by the Other State Agency.