State Route 254 over South Fork Eel River
GoodHumboldt County, California · 01-HUM-254-20.64 · Structure no. 04 0010
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1966
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 634 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 460
- 2014 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 254 over South Fork Eel River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying State Route 254 over South Fork Eel River in Humboldt County, California. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1966, so it is 94 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 460 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 428 by 2041. The structure is 634 ft (193.2 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 75.2 mi (121 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 254 over South Fork Eel River built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1966.
What condition is State Route 254 over South Fork Eel River 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 254 over South Fork Eel River carry?
About 460 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is State Route 254 over South Fork Eel River?
The structure is 634 ft (193.2 m) long with a longest span of 200 ft (61 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 254 over South Fork Eel River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.