Midway RD over Nelson Slough
GoodButte County, California · 0.3 MI N Nelson RD · Structure no. 12C0041
- Built
- 1915
- 110 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,254
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Midway RD over Nelson Slough is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Midway RD over Nelson Slough in Butte County, California. It was built in 1915, so it is 110 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 1,254 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,130 by 2044. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Midway RD over Nelson Slough built?
It was built in 1915, making it 110 years old in 2025.
What condition is Midway RD over Nelson 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Midway RD over Nelson Slough carry?
About 1,254 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is Midway RD over Nelson Slough?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Midway RD over Nelson Slough?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.