US Bridges

Nicassio Vly RD over Nicasio Drain No 2

Fair

Marin County, California · S Pt. Reyes - Petalm · Structure no. 27C0033

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 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

Nicassio Vly RD over Nicasio Drain No 2 is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nicassio Vly RD over Nicasio Drain No 2 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 1,750 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,424 by 2044. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

CarriesNicassio Vly RD
CrossesNicasio Drain No 2
LocationS Pt. Reyes - Petalm
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates38.09673, -122.73316
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum 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 (7.3 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,750 (1975)
Projected traffic2,424 by 2044
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 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 Nicassio Vly RD over Nicasio Drain No 2 built?

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

What condition is Nicassio Vly RD over Nicasio Drain No 2 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Nicassio Vly RD over Nicasio Drain No 2 carry?

About 1,750 vehicles per day (1975 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nicassio Vly RD over Nicasio Drain No 2?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns Nicassio Vly RD over Nicasio Drain No 2?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.