IRR BIA RTE 3 over Tully Creek
FairHumboldt County, California · 3KM NW Martin Ferry Bridg · Structure no. 00000000000J110
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 125 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE 3 over Tully Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying IRR BIA RTE 3 over Tully Creek in Humboldt County, California. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, younger 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 10 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 20 by 2043. The structure is 125 ft (38.2 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR BIA RTE 3 over Tully Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE 3 over Tully Creek 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does IRR BIA RTE 3 over Tully Creek carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE 3 over Tully Creek?
The structure is 125 ft (38.2 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.1 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 3 over Tully Creek?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.