State Route 89 over Little Truckee River
FairSierra County, California · 03-SIE-089-2.56 · Structure no. 13 0009
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 170 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 89 over Little Truckee River is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying State Route 89 over Little Truckee River in Sierra County, California. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 years old, younger 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 2,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,265 by 2046. The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 89 over Little Truckee River built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 89 over Little Truckee River 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 State Route 89 over Little Truckee River carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (2015 count).
How long is State Route 89 over Little Truckee River?
The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long with a longest span of 83 ft (25.3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 89 over Little Truckee River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.