U.S. Highway 50 over South Fork American Riv
FairEl Dorado County, California · 03-ED-050-39.68 · Structure no. 25 0008
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 284 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,700
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. Highway 50 over South Fork American Riv is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying U.S. Highway 50 over South Fork American Riv in El Dorado County, California. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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 6 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 12,700 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,996 by 2046. The structure is 284 ft (86.6 m) long and 68 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 50 over South Fork American Riv built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. Highway 50 over South Fork American Riv 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does U.S. Highway 50 over South Fork American Riv carry?
About 12,700 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is U.S. Highway 50 over South Fork American Riv?
The structure is 284 ft (86.6 m) long with a longest span of 114 ft (34.7 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. Highway 50 over South Fork American Riv?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.