Fdr 18 over Bear River
GoodPosted for loadNevada County, California · No Data Entered · Structure no. 051755000001017
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Steel
- Length
- 30 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 50
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
Fdr 18 over Bear River is a steel girder and floorbeam system carrying Fdr 18 over Bear River in Nevada County, California. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 75 by 2045. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 30 ft wide.
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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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Fdr 18 over Bear River built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is Fdr 18 over Bear River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Fdr 18 over Bear River carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (latest count).
How long is Fdr 18 over Bear River?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Fdr 18 over Bear River?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.