U.S. Highway 101 over Minot Creek
FairDel Norte County, California · 01-DN-101-8.14 · Structure no. 01 0002
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old, rebuilt 1993
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 47 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,600
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. Highway 101 over Minot Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. Highway 101 over Minot Creek in Del Norte County, California. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 68 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 5 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 4,600 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,937 by 2043. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. Highway 101 over Minot Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.
What condition is U.S. Highway 101 over Minot Creek 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does U.S. Highway 101 over Minot Creek carry?
About 4,600 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is U.S. Highway 101 over Minot Creek?
The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. Highway 101 over Minot Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.