U.S. Highway 101 over Stenner Creek
GoodSan Luis Obispo County, California · 05-SLO-101-28.70-SLO · Structure no. 49 0146
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Steel
- Length
- 35 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 62,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. Highway 101 over Stenner Creek is a steel arch - deck carrying U.S. Highway 101 over Stenner Creek in San Luis Obispo County, California. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 62,000 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 96,281 by 2042. The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. Highway 101 over Stenner Creek built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. Highway 101 over Stenner Creek 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does U.S. Highway 101 over Stenner Creek carry?
About 62,000 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is U.S. Highway 101 over Stenner Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.8 m).
Who owns U.S. Highway 101 over Stenner Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.