State Route 65 over N Branch Orchard Creek
FairPlacer County, California · 03-PLA-065-R12.28 · Structure no. 19 0139
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35,000
- 2010 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 65 over N Branch Orchard Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying State Route 65 over N Branch Orchard Creek in Placer County, California. It was built in 1971 and reconstructed in 1997, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 35,000 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 48,685 by 2041. The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 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 N Branch Orchard Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is State Route 65 over N Branch Orchard Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.
How much traffic does State Route 65 over N Branch Orchard Creek carry?
About 35,000 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is State Route 65 over N Branch Orchard Creek?
The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns State Route 65 over N Branch Orchard Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.