U.S. Highway 199 over Myrtle Creek
GoodDel Norte County, California · 01-DN-199-7.09 · Structure no. 01 0007
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 250 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,300
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. Highway 199 over Myrtle Creek is a concrete continuous arch - deck carrying U.S. Highway 199 over Myrtle Creek in Del Norte County, California. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger 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 4,300 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,019 by 2042. The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long and 35 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 199 over Myrtle Creek built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. Highway 199 over Myrtle Creek 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does U.S. Highway 199 over Myrtle Creek carry?
About 4,300 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is U.S. Highway 199 over Myrtle Creek?
The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long with a longest span of 126 ft (38.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. Highway 199 over Myrtle Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.