U.S. Highway 101 over Elk Creek
GoodDel Norte County, California · 01-DN-101-26.15-CRC · Structure no. 01 0021
- Built
- 1944
- 81 years old, rebuilt 1987
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2021
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 90 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 21,500
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. Highway 101 over Elk Creek is a concrete slab carrying U.S. Highway 101 over Elk Creek in Del Norte County, California. It was built in 1944 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 81 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 21,500 vehicles a day, projected to reach 12,221 by 2041. The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long and 208 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. Highway 101 over Elk Creek built?
It was built in 1944, making it 81 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.
What condition is U.S. Highway 101 over Elk 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 August 2021.
How much traffic does U.S. Highway 101 over Elk Creek carry?
About 21,500 vehicles per day (2009 count).
How long is U.S. Highway 101 over Elk Creek?
The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 208 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. Highway 101 over Elk Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.