US Bridges

Nicasio Vly RD over Nicasio Drain #1

Good

Marin County, California · 12.4 MI N of HWY 101 · Structure no. 27C0032

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,750
1975 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nicasio Vly RD over Nicasio Drain #1 is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nicasio Vly RD over Nicasio Drain #1 in Marin County, California. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 1,750 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,509 by 2046. The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

CarriesNicasio Vly RD
CrossesNicasio Drain #1
Location12.4 MI N of HWY 101
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates38.07659, -122.70761
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,750 (1975)
Projected traffic4,509 by 2046
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nicasio Vly RD over Nicasio Drain #1 built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nicasio Vly RD over Nicasio Drain #1 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 Nicasio Vly RD over Nicasio Drain #1 carry?

About 1,750 vehicles per day (1975 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Nicasio Vly RD over Nicasio Drain #1?

The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).

Who owns Nicasio Vly RD over Nicasio Drain #1?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.