48th ST over U.S. Highway 50
GoodSacramento County, California · 03-SAC-050-R1.41-SAC · Structure no. 24 0314
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 252 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,500
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
48th ST over U.S. Highway 50 is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying 48th ST over U.S. Highway 50 in Sacramento County, California. It was built in 1971, 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 3,500 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,563 by 2043. The structure is 252 ft (76.8 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 48th ST over U.S. Highway 50 built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is 48th ST over U.S. Highway 50 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does 48th ST over U.S. Highway 50 carry?
About 3,500 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is 48th ST over U.S. Highway 50?
The structure is 252 ft (76.8 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns 48th ST over U.S. Highway 50?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.