US Bridges

South Novato Blvd over Warner Creek

Good

Marin County, California · 0.2 MI S Diablo Ave · Structure no. 27C0156

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
48 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
19,460
2010 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

South Novato Blvd over Warner Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying South Novato Blvd over Warner Creek in Marin County, California. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger 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 19,460 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,360 by 2042. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSouth Novato Blvd
CrossesWarner Creek
Location0.2 MI S Diablo Ave
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates38.10029, -122.57129
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span46 ft (14 m)
Deck width86 ft (26.1 m)
Roadway width70 ft (21.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,460 (2010)
Projected traffic23,360 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 SystemYes

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 South Novato Blvd over Warner Creek built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is South Novato Blvd over Warner 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does South Novato Blvd over Warner Creek carry?

About 19,460 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is South Novato Blvd over Warner Creek?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.

Who owns South Novato Blvd over Warner Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.