US Bridges

Sunrise Blvd over Folsom South Canal

Fair

Sacramento County, California · 0.8 MI S of US 50 · Structure no. 24C0244

Built
1971
54 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
98 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
31,297
2014 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sunrise Blvd over Folsom South Canal is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Sunrise Blvd over Folsom South Canal in Sacramento County, California. It was built in 1971 and reconstructed in 1986, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 31,297 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 92,964 by 2047. The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long and 105 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesSunrise Blvd
CrossesFolsom South Canal
Location0.8 MI S of US 50
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates38.59551, -121.26547
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51 US tons
Inventory rating22.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length98 ft (29.9 m)
Longest span95 ft (29 m)
Deck width105 ft (32 m)
Roadway width79 ft (24 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic31,297 (2014)
Projected traffic92,964 by 2047
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Sunrise Blvd over Folsom South Canal built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is Sunrise Blvd over Folsom South Canal in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in January 2025.

How much traffic does Sunrise Blvd over Folsom South Canal carry?

About 31,297 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Sunrise Blvd over Folsom South Canal?

The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 105 ft wide.

Who owns Sunrise Blvd over Folsom South Canal?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.