US Bridges

County RD #9 over Tehama-Colusa Canal

Good

Glenn County, California · 0.2 MI E of RD N · Structure no. 11C0250

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,066
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

County RD #9 over Tehama-Colusa Canal is a concrete continuous culvert carrying County RD #9 over Tehama-Colusa Canal in Glenn County, California. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older than the California average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,066 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,636 by 2043. The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long and 112 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesCounty RD #9
CrossesTehama-Colusa Canal
Location0.2 MI E of RD N
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates39.76858, -122.15597
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length28 ft (8.6 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width112 ft (34 m)
Roadway width66 ft (20 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,066 (2011)
Projected traffic1,636 by 2043
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and railroad
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 County RD #9 over Tehama-Colusa Canal built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is County RD #9 over Tehama-Colusa Canal in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in January 2025.

How much traffic does County RD #9 over Tehama-Colusa Canal carry?

About 1,066 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is County RD #9 over Tehama-Colusa Canal?

The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m) and a deck 112 ft wide.

Who owns County RD #9 over Tehama-Colusa Canal?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.