U.S. Highway 101 over Turner Draw
FairHumboldt County, California · 01-HUM-101-89.18 · Structure no. 04 0084
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 112 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,900
- 2010 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. Highway 101 over Turner Draw is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying U.S. Highway 101 over Turner Draw in Humboldt County, California. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 69 years old, older 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 12,900 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,852 by 2041. The structure is 112 ft (34.2 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 | 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 U.S. Highway 101 over Turner Draw built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is U.S. Highway 101 over Turner Draw 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does U.S. Highway 101 over Turner Draw carry?
About 12,900 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is U.S. Highway 101 over Turner Draw?
The structure is 112 ft (34.2 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. Highway 101 over Turner Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.