State Route 169 over Rube Creek
GoodHumboldt County, California · 01-HUM-169-27.57 · Structure no. 04 0215
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 58 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 320
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 169 over Rube Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying State Route 169 over Rube Creek in Humboldt County, California. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 320 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,261 by 2046. The structure is 58 ft (17.6 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 169 over Rube Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 169 over Rube 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 Rube Creek carry?
About 320 vehicles per day (2009 count).
How long is State Route 169 over Rube Creek?
The structure is 58 ft (17.6 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 169 over Rube Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.