Fender Ferry over Sacramento River
GoodPosted for loadShasta County, California · No Data Entered · Structure no. 051458000001107
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 309 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 50
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
Fender Ferry over Sacramento River is a steel truss - thru carrying Fender Ferry over Sacramento River in Shasta County, California. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 75 by 2045. The structure is 309 ft (94.1 m) long and 12 ft wide.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Fender Ferry over Sacramento River built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.
What condition is Fender Ferry over Sacramento River 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Fender Ferry over Sacramento River carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (latest count).
How long is Fender Ferry over Sacramento River?
The structure is 309 ft (94.1 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (29.9 m) and a deck 12 ft wide.
Who owns Fender Ferry over Sacramento River?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.