State Route 89 over Truckee River
PoorPlacer County, California · 03-PLA-089-8.48 · Structure no. 19 0033
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 122 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,100
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 89 over Truckee River is a concrete tee beam carrying State Route 89 over Truckee River in Placer County, California. It was built in 1928, so it is 97 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 11,100 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,200 by 2040. The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.1 mi (79 km).
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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 State Route 89 over Truckee River built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 89 over Truckee 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does State Route 89 over Truckee River carry?
About 11,100 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is State Route 89 over Truckee River?
The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 89 over Truckee River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.