US Bridges

Freitas Prky over Gallinas Creek

Good

Marin County, California · 0.3 MI W US HWY 101 · Structure no. 27C0084

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
37 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,738
1977 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Freitas Prky over Gallinas Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Freitas Prky over Gallinas Creek in Marin County, California. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 8,738 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,334 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesFreitas Prky
CrossesGallinas Creek
Location0.3 MI W US HWY 101
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates38.00861, -122.54604
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 length37 ft (11.2 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,738 (1977)
Projected traffic18,334 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Freitas Prky over Gallinas Creek built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is Freitas Prky over Gallinas 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 Freitas Prky over Gallinas Creek carry?

About 8,738 vehicles per day (1977 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Freitas Prky over Gallinas Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.8 m).

Who owns Freitas Prky over Gallinas Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.