U.S. Highway 101 over Baker Creek
GoodMendocino County, California · 01-MEN-101-R33.52 · Structure no. 10 0160
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. Highway 101 over Baker Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying U.S. Highway 101 over Baker Creek in Mendocino County, California. It was built in 1971 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 54 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 19,000 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,383 by 2045. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. Highway 101 over Baker Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is U.S. Highway 101 over Baker 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does U.S. Highway 101 over Baker Creek carry?
About 19,000 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is U.S. Highway 101 over Baker Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns U.S. Highway 101 over Baker Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.