Central Ave over U.S. Highway 101
GoodMendocino County, California · 01-MEN-101-29.84 · Structure no. 10 0207
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 196 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 224
- 2008 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Central Ave over U.S. Highway 101 is a concrete continuous slab carrying Central Ave over U.S. Highway 101 in Mendocino County, California. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 years old, older 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 224 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 334 by 2042. The structure is 196 ft (59.6 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Central Ave over U.S. Highway 101 built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is Central Ave over U.S. Highway 101 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Central Ave over U.S. Highway 101 carry?
About 224 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Central Ave over U.S. Highway 101?
The structure is 196 ft (59.6 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Central Ave over U.S. Highway 101?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.