State Route 65 over Bear River
GoodPlacer County, California · 03-PLA-065-R23.74 · Structure no. 19 0013
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 660 ft
- 15 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,800
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 65 over Bear River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying State Route 65 over Bear River in Placer County, California. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 60 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 16,800 vehicles a day, projected to reach 37,193 by 2041. The structure is 660 ft (201.3 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).
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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 State Route 65 over Bear River built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is State Route 65 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 2023.
How much traffic does State Route 65 over Bear River carry?
About 16,800 vehicles per day (2009 count).
How long is State Route 65 over Bear River?
The structure is 660 ft (201.3 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 65 over Bear River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.