Sir Francis Drake over Corte Madera Creek
GoodMarin County, California · 3.0 MI E of US HWY 101 · Structure no. 27C0050
- Built
- 1926
- 99 years old, rebuilt 1950
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 63 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 32,300
- 2005 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sir Francis Drake over Corte Madera Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying Sir Francis Drake over Corte Madera Creek in Marin County, California. It was built in 1926 and reconstructed in 1950, so it is 99 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 32,300 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 52,338 by 2041. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sir Francis Drake over Corte Madera Creek built?
It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1950.
What condition is Sir Francis Drake over Corte Madera 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Sir Francis Drake over Corte Madera Creek carry?
About 32,300 vehicles per day (2005 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Sir Francis Drake over Corte Madera Creek?
The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns Sir Francis Drake over Corte Madera Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.