US Bridges

Interstate 80 over Natomas Main Canal

Good

Sacramento County, California · 03-SAC-080-M2.10 · Structure no. 24 0332

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
49 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
75,000
2010 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 80 over Natomas Main Canal is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Interstate 80 over Natomas Main Canal in Sacramento County, California. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 75,000 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 137,460 by 2045. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesInterstate 80
CrossesNatomas Main Canal
Location03-SAC-080-M2.10
RouteInterstate 80
Coordinates38.621, -121.52411
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic75,000 (2010)
Projected traffic137,460 by 2045
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Interstate 80 over Natomas Main Canal built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Interstate 80 over Natomas Main 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does Interstate 80 over Natomas Main Canal carry?

About 75,000 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Interstate 80 over Natomas Main Canal?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Interstate 80 over Natomas Main Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.