Nicolaus RD over E Nicolaus Dstrbtn Canal
GoodPlacer County, California · 1.5 MI West of Dowd RD · Structure no. 19C0059
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 41 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,981
- 2012 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nicolaus RD over E Nicolaus Dstrbtn Canal is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Nicolaus RD over E Nicolaus Dstrbtn Canal in Placer County, California. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 1,981 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,259 by 2043. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nicolaus RD over E Nicolaus Dstrbtn Canal built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nicolaus RD over E Nicolaus Dstrbtn Canal 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Nicolaus RD over E Nicolaus Dstrbtn Canal carry?
About 1,981 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Nicolaus RD over E Nicolaus Dstrbtn Canal?
The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns Nicolaus RD over E Nicolaus Dstrbtn Canal?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.