State Route 169 over Pecwan Creek
GoodHumboldt County, California · 01-HUM-169-14.46 · Structure no. 04 0190
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 197 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 260
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 169 over Pecwan Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying State Route 169 over Pecwan Creek in Humboldt County, California. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 260 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,261 by 2046. The structure is 197 ft (59.9 m) long and 32 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 169 over Pecwan Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 169 over Pecwan 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 169 over Pecwan Creek carry?
About 260 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is State Route 169 over Pecwan Creek?
The structure is 197 ft (59.9 m) long with a longest span of 124 ft (37.8 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 169 over Pecwan Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.