US Bridges

SR 222 (talmadge) over U.S. 101 (@ Pm R23.45)

Fair

Mendocino County, California · 01-MEN-222-L0.50 · Structure no. 10 0189

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete Continuous
Length
232 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
8,000
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 222 (talmadge) over U.S. 101 (@ Pm R23.45) is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying SR 222 (talmadge) over U.S. 101 (@ Pm R23.45) in Mendocino County, California. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 8,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,854 by 2043. The structure is 232 ft (70.7 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 222 (talmadge)
CrossesU.S. 101 (@ Pm R23.45)
Location01-MEN-222-L0.50
RouteState Highway 222
CountyMendocino County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates39.13587, -123.19613
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43.5 US tons
Inventory rating31.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length232 ft (70.7 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.9 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,000 (2009)
Projected traffic10,854 by 2043
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 222 (talmadge) over U.S. 101 (@ Pm R23.45) built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 222 (talmadge) over U.S. 101 (@ Pm R23.45) 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does SR 222 (talmadge) over U.S. 101 (@ Pm R23.45) carry?

About 8,000 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 222 (talmadge) over U.S. 101 (@ Pm R23.45)?

The structure is 232 ft (70.7 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns SR 222 (talmadge) over U.S. 101 (@ Pm R23.45)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.