State Route 96 over Klamath River (orleans)
GoodHumboldt County, California · 01-HUM-096-38.57 · Structure no. 04 0069
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Suspension
- Steel
- Length
- 770 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 990
- 1998 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 96 over Klamath River (orleans) is a steel suspension carrying State Route 96 over Klamath River (orleans) in Humboldt County, California. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 990 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 666 by 2046. The structure is 770 ft (234.7 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 96 over Klamath River (orleans) built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 96 over Klamath River (orleans) 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 96 over Klamath River (orleans) carry?
About 990 vehicles per day (1998 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is State Route 96 over Klamath River (orleans)?
The structure is 770 ft (234.7 m) long with a longest span of 430 ft (131.1 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 96 over Klamath River (orleans)?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.