Bel Marin Keys Bl over Novato Creek Drain
FairMarin County, California · 1 MI NW Nave DR · Structure no. 27C0093
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 40 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,838
- 2009 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bel Marin Keys Bl over Novato Creek Drain is a concrete continuous slab carrying Bel Marin Keys Bl over Novato Creek Drain in Marin County, California. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 5 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 6,838 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,727 by 2046. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bel Marin Keys Bl over Novato Creek Drain built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bel Marin Keys Bl over Novato Creek Drain 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 Bel Marin Keys Bl over Novato Creek Drain carry?
About 6,838 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Bel Marin Keys Bl over Novato Creek Drain?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (2.9 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.
Who owns Bel Marin Keys Bl over Novato Creek Drain?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.