US Bridges

88th ST over Morrison Creek

Fair

Sacramento County, California · 0.1 MI S/O 37st ST · Structure no. 24C0599

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
95 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,581
2008 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

88th ST over Morrison Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying 88th ST over Morrison Creek in Sacramento County, California. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 3,581 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,620 by 2044. The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Carries88th ST
CrossesMorrison Creek
Location0.1 MI S/O 37st ST
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates38.51926, -121.37576
Functional classUrban Local

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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating30.3 US tons
Inventory rating20.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length95 ft (29 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.6 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,581 (2008)
Projected traffic6,620 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was 88th ST over Morrison Creek built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is 88th ST over Morrison Creek 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does 88th ST over Morrison Creek carry?

About 3,581 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is 88th ST over Morrison Creek?

The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns 88th ST over Morrison Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.