Salmon Falls RD over South Fk American River
FairEl Dorado County, California · 4.5 MI S Pilot Hill · Structure no. 25C0037
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 510 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,900
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Salmon Falls RD over South Fk American River is a steel truss - thru carrying Salmon Falls RD over South Fk American River in El Dorado County, California. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 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 1,900 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,304 by 2044. The structure is 510 ft (155.4 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Salmon Falls RD over South Fk American River built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is Salmon Falls RD over South Fk American 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Salmon Falls RD over South Fk American River carry?
About 1,900 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Salmon Falls RD over South Fk American River?
The structure is 510 ft (155.4 m) long with a longest span of 227 ft (69.3 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Salmon Falls RD over South Fk American River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.