State Route 49 over North Fork American Riv
GoodPlacer County, California · 03-PLA-049-0.01 · Structure no. 19 0035
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old, rebuilt 1965
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 348 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 49 over North Fork American Riv is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying State Route 49 over North Fork American Riv in Placer County, California. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 1965, so it is 77 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 9,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 16,340 by 2041. The structure is 348 ft (106.1 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 49 over North Fork American Riv built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1965.
What condition is State Route 49 over North Fork American Riv 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does State Route 49 over North Fork American Riv carry?
About 9,000 vehicles per day (2009 count).
How long is State Route 49 over North Fork American Riv?
The structure is 348 ft (106.1 m) long with a longest span of 174 ft (53 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 49 over North Fork American Riv?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.