State Route 49 over E Fork Chowchilla River
GoodMariposa County, California · 10-MPA-049-2.87 · Structure no. 40 0048
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 720 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,725
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 49 over E Fork Chowchilla River is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying State Route 49 over E Fork Chowchilla River in Mariposa County, California. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 3,725 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,794 by 2046. The structure is 720 ft (219.5 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 80.2 mi (129 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 49 over E Fork Chowchilla River built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 49 over E Fork Chowchilla River 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 State Route 49 over E Fork Chowchilla River carry?
About 3,725 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is State Route 49 over E Fork Chowchilla River?
The structure is 720 ft (219.5 m) long with a longest span of 300 ft (91.4 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 49 over E Fork Chowchilla River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.