Redwood Blvd over Novato Creek
FairMarin County, California · 0.6 M N Rowland Bl · Structure no. 27C0103R
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 187 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,103
- 2010 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Redwood Blvd over Novato Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying Redwood Blvd over Novato Creek in Marin County, California. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 96 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 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 9,103 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,635 by 2046. The structure is 187 ft (57 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Redwood Blvd over Novato Creek built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is Redwood Blvd 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 Redwood Blvd over Novato Creek carry?
About 9,103 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Redwood Blvd over Novato Creek?
The structure is 187 ft (57 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns Redwood Blvd over Novato Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.