State Route 89 over Fletcher Creek
FairSierra County, California · 03-SIE-089-22.70 · Structure no. 13 0016
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 30 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,020
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 89 over Fletcher Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying State Route 89 over Fletcher Creek in Sierra County, California. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 1,020 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,734 by 2046. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 89 over Fletcher Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 89 over Fletcher Creek 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 Fletcher Creek carry?
About 1,020 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is State Route 89 over Fletcher Creek?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.8 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 89 over Fletcher Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.