Silver Fork RD over South Fk American River
FairEl Dorado County, California · 0.1 MI SE of US 50 · Structure no. 25C0113
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 2019
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 61 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 285
- 2010 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Silver Fork RD over South Fk American River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Silver Fork RD over South Fk American River in El Dorado County, California. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 2019, 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 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 285 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 600 by 2041. The structure is 61 ft (18.5 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Silver Fork RD over South Fk American River built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2019.
What condition is Silver Fork 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Silver Fork RD over South Fk American River carry?
About 285 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Silver Fork RD over South Fk American River?
The structure is 61 ft (18.5 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.5 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Silver Fork RD over South Fk American River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.