Greenback Lane over American River
GoodSacramento County, California · 0.2 MI E Folsom-Auburn RD · Structure no. 24C0067
- Built
- 1917
- 108 years old, rebuilt 1969
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 511 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 25,000
- 2016 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Greenback Lane over American River is a concrete arch - deck carrying Greenback Lane over American River in Sacramento County, California. It was built in 1917 and reconstructed in 1969, so it is 108 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 25,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 66,386 by 2045. The structure is 511 ft (155.8 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Greenback Lane over American River built?
It was built in 1917, making it 108 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1969.
What condition is Greenback Lane over American River 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 Greenback Lane over American River carry?
About 25,000 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Greenback Lane over American River?
The structure is 511 ft (155.8 m) long with a longest span of 208 ft (63.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Greenback Lane over American River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.