State Route 211 over Eel River
FairHumboldt County, California · 01-HUM-211-78.10 · Structure no. 04 0134
- Built
- 1911
- 114 years old, rebuilt 1918
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 2,408 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,300
- 2014 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 211 over Eel River is a concrete continuous arch - deck carrying State Route 211 over Eel River in Humboldt County, California. It was built in 1911 and reconstructed in 1918, so it is 114 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 5,300 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,744 by 2042. The structure is 2,408 ft (734 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 211 over Eel River built?
It was built in 1911, making it 114 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1918.
What condition is State Route 211 over Eel 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 211 over Eel River carry?
About 5,300 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is State Route 211 over Eel River?
The structure is 2,408 ft (734 m) long with a longest span of 195 ft (59.4 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 211 over Eel River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.