State Route 254 over Bear Creek
GoodHumboldt County, California · 01-HUM-254-43.02 · Structure no. 04 0012
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 175 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 330
- 2014 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 254 over Bear Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying State Route 254 over Bear Creek in Humboldt County, California. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 330 vehicles a day, projected to reach 428 by 2041. The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 60.9 mi (98 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 254 over Bear Creek 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 Bear Creek carry?
About 330 vehicles per day (2014 count).
How long is State Route 254 over Bear Creek?
The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 254 over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.