US Bridges

Alta Arden over Strong Ranch Slough

Good

Sacramento County, California · 0.22 MI E Fulton Ave · Structure no. 24C0416

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
18,444
2010 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Alta Arden over Strong Ranch Slough is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Alta Arden over Strong Ranch Slough in Sacramento County, California. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 18,444 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,095 by 2042. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesAlta Arden
CrossesStrong Ranch Slough
Location0.22 MI E Fulton Ave
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates38.59977, -121.39735
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width80 ft (24.4 m)
Roadway width78 ft (23.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,444 (2010)
Projected traffic34,095 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Alta Arden over Strong Ranch Slough built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is Alta Arden over Strong Ranch Slough 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 Alta Arden over Strong Ranch Slough carry?

About 18,444 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Alta Arden over Strong Ranch Slough?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.

Who owns Alta Arden over Strong Ranch Slough?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.