Seventh ST over Novato Creek
FairMarin County, California · N of Novato Blvd · Structure no. 27C0092
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 60 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,729
- 2009 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Seventh ST over Novato Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Seventh ST over Novato Creek in Marin County, California. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, younger 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 7,729 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,400 by 2046. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Seventh ST over Novato Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is Seventh ST over Novato Creek 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 Seventh ST over Novato Creek carry?
About 7,729 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Seventh ST over Novato Creek?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.
Who owns Seventh ST over Novato Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.