US Bridges

Mt Aukum RD over Middle Fk Cosumnes River

Fair

El Dorado County, California · 5.4 MI S Pleasant Valy RD · Structure no. 25C0027

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
328 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,695
2010 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mt Aukum RD over Middle Fk Cosumnes River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mt Aukum RD over Middle Fk Cosumnes River in El Dorado County, California. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 years old, older 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 5 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 3,695 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,436 by 2043. The structure is 328 ft (100.1 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesMt Aukum RD
CrossesMiddle Fk Cosumnes River
Location5.4 MI S Pleasant Valy RD
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates38.6251, -120.70134
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating27.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length328 ft (100.1 m)
Longest span127 ft (38.7 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.6 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,695 (2010)
Projected traffic4,436 by 2043
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mt Aukum RD over Middle Fk Cosumnes River built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mt Aukum RD over Middle Fk Cosumnes River 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Mt Aukum RD over Middle Fk Cosumnes River carry?

About 3,695 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Mt Aukum RD over Middle Fk Cosumnes River?

The structure is 328 ft (100.1 m) long with a longest span of 127 ft (38.7 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Mt Aukum RD over Middle Fk Cosumnes River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.