County Road 305 over North Fork Smith River
GoodDel Norte County, California · 12 MI E JCT Rowdy Crek RD · Structure no. 01C0036
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 154 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 1998 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Road 305 over North Fork Smith River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying County Road 305 over North Fork Smith River in Del Norte County, California. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 11 by 2041. The structure is 154 ft (46.9 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 72.1 mi (116 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Road 305 over North Fork Smith River built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Road 305 over North Fork Smith River 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does County Road 305 over North Fork Smith River carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (1998 count).
How long is County Road 305 over North Fork Smith River?
The structure is 154 ft (46.9 m) long with a longest span of 151 ft (46 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns County Road 305 over North Fork Smith River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.