Interstate 80 WB over South Yuba River
PoorNevada County, California · 03-NEV-080-R2.69L · Structure no. 17 0073L
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 12,400
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Interstate 80 WB over South Yuba River is a concrete frame carrying Interstate 80 WB over South Yuba River in Nevada 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 12,400 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,026 by 2043. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| 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 Interstate 80 WB over South Yuba River built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is Interstate 80 WB over South Yuba River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.
How much traffic does Interstate 80 WB over South Yuba River carry?
About 12,400 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Interstate 80 WB over South Yuba River?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).
Who owns Interstate 80 WB over South Yuba River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.