Road 57 over Swallow Drain
FairGlenn County, California · 1.0 MI W RD V · Structure no. 11C0138
- Built
- 1945
- 80 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 45
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Road 57 over Swallow Drain is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Road 57 over Swallow Drain in Glenn County, California. It was built in 1945, so it is 80 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 45 vehicles a day, projected to reach 56 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Road 57 over Swallow Drain built?
It was built in 1945, making it 80 years old in 2025.
What condition is Road 57 over Swallow Drain 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Road 57 over Swallow Drain carry?
About 45 vehicles per day (2018 count).
How long is Road 57 over Swallow Drain?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.
Who owns Road 57 over Swallow Drain?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.