U.S. Highway 101 over Elkhorn Slough Tributary
FairMonterey County, California · 05-MON-101-100.95 · Structure no. 44 0292
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 2014
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 59,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. Highway 101 over Elkhorn Slough Tributary is a concrete continuous culvert carrying U.S. Highway 101 over Elkhorn Slough Tributary in Monterey County, California. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 2014, so it is 95 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 6 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 59,000 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 63,898 by 2044. The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 40.4 mi (65 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. Highway 101 over Elkhorn Slough Tributary built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2014.
What condition is U.S. Highway 101 over Elkhorn Slough Tributary 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does U.S. Highway 101 over Elkhorn Slough Tributary carry?
About 59,000 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is U.S. Highway 101 over Elkhorn Slough Tributary?
The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns U.S. Highway 101 over Elkhorn Slough Tributary?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.