State Route 65 over Orchard Creek
GoodPlacer County, California · 03-PLA-065-R11.66 · Structure no. 19 0138
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old, rebuilt 1995
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 59,000
- 2010 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 65 over Orchard Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying State Route 65 over Orchard Creek in Placer County, California. It was built in 1971 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 54 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.
It carries about 59,000 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 69,537 by 2043. The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 65 over Orchard Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.
What condition is State Route 65 over Orchard Creek 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 Orchard Creek carry?
About 59,000 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is State Route 65 over Orchard Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns State Route 65 over Orchard Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.