US Bridges

State Route 99 NB over Mokelumne Ri Frontage R

Poor

San Joaquin County, California · 10-SJ-099-31.72 · Structure no. 29 0002R

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1987
Condition
Poor
inspected July 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete Continuous
Length
831 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
29,500
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

State Route 99 NB over Mokelumne Ri Frontage R is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying State Route 99 NB over Mokelumne Ri Frontage R in San Joaquin County, California. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 95 years old, older than the California average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 29,500 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,632 by 2042. The structure is 831 ft (253.3 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesState Route 99 NB
CrossesMokelumne Ri Frontage R
Location10-SJ-099-31.72
RouteState Highway 99
Coordinates38.14781, -121.26105
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating32.2 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+32 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length831 ft (253.3 m)
Longest span54 ft (16.5 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.2 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic29,500 (2014)
Projected traffic45,632 by 2042
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$6.9 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was State Route 99 NB over Mokelumne Ri Frontage R built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.

What condition is State Route 99 NB over Mokelumne Ri Frontage R in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does State Route 99 NB over Mokelumne Ri Frontage R carry?

About 29,500 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is State Route 99 NB over Mokelumne Ri Frontage R?

The structure is 831 ft (253.3 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.5 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns State Route 99 NB over Mokelumne Ri Frontage R?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.