H Street over American River
GoodSacramento County, California · 0.4 MI E of Carlson DR · Structure no. 24C0076
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 966 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 36,719
- 2005 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
H Street over American River is a steel truss - thru carrying H Street over American River in Sacramento County, California. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 93 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 36,719 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 87,672 by 2046. The structure is 966 ft (294.4 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 H Street over American River built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is H Street 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 2024.
How much traffic does H Street over American River carry?
About 36,719 vehicles per day (2005 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is H Street over American River?
The structure is 966 ft (294.4 m) long with a longest span of 166 ft (50.6 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns H Street over American River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.