US Bridges

Pt Reyes Petlma RD over Arroyo Sausal

Good

Marin County, California · 0.5 MI S Intx Nwto Bl · Structure no. 27C0036

Built
1933
92 years old, rebuilt 1990
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,590
1975 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pt Reyes Petlma RD over Arroyo Sausal is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Pt Reyes Petlma RD over Arroyo Sausal in Marin County, California. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 92 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 2,590 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,416 by 2044. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).

CarriesPt Reyes Petlma RD
CrossesArroyo Sausal
Location0.5 MI S Intx Nwto Bl
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates38.136, -122.70958
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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating30 US tons
Inventory rating17.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,590 (1975)
Projected traffic3,416 by 2044
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.7 mi (51 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 Pt Reyes Petlma RD over Arroyo Sausal built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.

What condition is Pt Reyes Petlma RD over Arroyo Sausal 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Pt Reyes Petlma RD over Arroyo Sausal carry?

About 2,590 vehicles per day (1975 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Pt Reyes Petlma RD over Arroyo Sausal?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns Pt Reyes Petlma RD over Arroyo Sausal?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.