U.S. Highway 101 over Cedar Creek
FairMendocino County, California · 01-MEN-101-R89.24 · Structure no. 10 0226
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 6,100
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. Highway 101 over Cedar Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying U.S. Highway 101 over Cedar Creek in Mendocino County, California. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 6,100 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,263 by 2041. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. Highway 101 over Cedar Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. Highway 101 over Cedar Creek 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 U.S. Highway 101 over Cedar Creek carry?
About 6,100 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is U.S. Highway 101 over Cedar Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).
Who owns U.S. Highway 101 over Cedar Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.