US Bridges

US Highway 101 NB over West End RD Creek Ncrra

Poor

Humboldt County, California · 01-HUM-101-87.84-ARC · Structure no. 04 0079R

Built
1929
96 years old, rebuilt 1995
Condition
Poor
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
265 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
17,500
2010 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US Highway 101 NB over West End RD Creek Ncrra is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US Highway 101 NB over West End RD Creek Ncrra in Humboldt County, California. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 96 years old, older than the California average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 17,500 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,381 by 2041. The structure is 265 ft (80.7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

CarriesUS Highway 101 NB
CrossesWest End RD Creek Ncrra
Location01-HUM-101-87.84-ARC
RouteU.S. Route 101
Coordinates40.89154, -124.08022
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating37.5 US tons
Inventory rating22.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+5 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length265 ft (80.7 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.7 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,500 (2010)
Projected traffic26,381 by 2041
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed37.3 mi (60 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.7 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US Highway 101 NB over West End RD Creek Ncrra built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.

What condition is US Highway 101 NB over West End RD Creek Ncrra in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in November 2023.

How much traffic does US Highway 101 NB over West End RD Creek Ncrra carry?

About 17,500 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US Highway 101 NB over West End RD Creek Ncrra?

The structure is 265 ft (80.7 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.7 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns US Highway 101 NB over West End RD Creek Ncrra?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.