US Highway 101 NB over Wadsworth Ave
FairSan Luis Obispo County, California · 05-SLO-101-16.88-PBCH · Structure no. 49 0183R
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 121 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 28,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 101 NB over Wadsworth Ave is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying US Highway 101 NB over Wadsworth Ave in San Luis Obispo County, California. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 65 years old, older 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 6 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 28,000 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 48,204 by 2042. The structure is 121 ft (36.9 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Highway 101 NB over Wadsworth Ave built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is US Highway 101 NB over Wadsworth Ave 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US Highway 101 NB over Wadsworth Ave carry?
About 28,000 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 101 NB over Wadsworth Ave?
The structure is 121 ft (36.9 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US Highway 101 NB over Wadsworth Ave?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.