Sir Francis Drake over Olema Creek
GoodMarin County, California · 0.32 MI W SH 1 · Structure no. 27C0104
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1967
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 58 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,000
- 2012 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sir Francis Drake over Olema Creek is a concrete slab carrying Sir Francis Drake over Olema Creek in Marin County, California. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1967, so it is 95 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 3,000 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,480 by 2045. The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sir Francis Drake over Olema Creek built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1967.
What condition is Sir Francis Drake over Olema 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Sir Francis Drake over Olema Creek carry?
About 3,000 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Sir Francis Drake over Olema Creek?
The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Sir Francis Drake over Olema Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.