Afton RD over Linwells Drain
GoodButte County, California · Just W/O Aquas Frias RD · Structure no. 12C0383
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old, rebuilt 1966
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 105
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Afton RD over Linwells Drain is a concrete continuous slab carrying Afton RD over Linwells Drain in Butte County, California. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1966, so it is 87 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 105 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 147 by 2044. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Afton RD over Linwells Drain built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1966.
What condition is Afton RD over Linwells Drain 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Afton RD over Linwells Drain carry?
About 105 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is Afton RD over Linwells Drain?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Afton RD over Linwells Drain?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.