Winding Road over American River
GoodPosted for loadEl Dorado County, California · No Data Entered · Structure no. 050356000001024
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 160 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
Winding Road over American River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Winding Road over American River in El Dorado County, California. It was built in 1938, 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 75 by 2045. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 12 ft wide.
Location
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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 Winding Road over American River built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.
What condition is Winding Road over American 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Winding Road over American River carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (latest count).
How long is Winding Road over American River?
The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 12 ft wide.
Who owns Winding Road over American River?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.