Upper Bridge Road over South Cow Creek
GoodShasta County, California · Latour State Forest · Structure no. 06F0032
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
- Length
- 21 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 2011 count
- Owner
- State
- State Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency
About this bridge
Upper Bridge Road over South Cow Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron arch - deck carrying Upper Bridge Road over South Cow Creek in Shasta County, California. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 10 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 36 by 2045. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 | 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 Upper Bridge Road over South Cow Creek built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is Upper Bridge Road over South Cow 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Upper Bridge Road over South Cow Creek carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is Upper Bridge Road over South Cow Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.2 m).
Who owns Upper Bridge Road over South Cow Creek?
It is owned by the State Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency.