State Route 36 over Hely Creek
GoodHumboldt County, California · 01-HUM-036-11.46 · Structure no. 04 0092
- Built
- 1927
- 98 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 41 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,650
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 36 over Hely Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying State Route 36 over Hely Creek in Humboldt County, California. It was built in 1927, so it is 98 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 1,650 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,289 by 2042. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 62.8 mi (101 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 36 over Hely Creek built?
It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 36 over Hely 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 36 over Hely Creek carry?
About 1,650 vehicles per day (2009 count).
How long is State Route 36 over Hely Creek?
The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 36 over Hely Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.