State Route 271 over U.S. 101 (@ Pm R89.56)
FairMendocino County, California · 01-MEN-271-5.58 · Structure no. 10 0135
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 166 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 750
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 271 over U.S. 101 (@ Pm R89.56) is a concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying State Route 271 over U.S. 101 (@ Pm R89.56) in Mendocino County, California. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 750 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,122 by 2041. The structure is 166 ft (50.6 m) long and 42 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 271 over U.S. 101 (@ Pm R89.56) built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 271 over U.S. 101 (@ Pm R89.56) 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 271 over U.S. 101 (@ Pm R89.56) carry?
About 750 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is State Route 271 over U.S. 101 (@ Pm R89.56)?
The structure is 166 ft (50.6 m) long with a longest span of 89 ft (27.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 271 over U.S. 101 (@ Pm R89.56)?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.