US Highway 101 NB over Elk River
FairHumboldt County, California · 01-HUM-101-74.60 · Structure no. 04 0021R
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 171 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,200
- 2010 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 101 NB over Elk River is a concrete continuous slab carrying US Highway 101 NB over Elk River in Humboldt County, California. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 5 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 16,200 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,982 by 2041. The structure is 171 ft (52.2 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Highway 101 NB over Elk River built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Highway 101 NB over Elk River 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US Highway 101 NB over Elk River carry?
About 16,200 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 101 NB over Elk River?
The structure is 171 ft (52.2 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.4 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US Highway 101 NB over Elk River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.