State Route 3 over Kidder Creek
FairSiskiyou County, California · 02-SIS-003-27.09 · Structure no. 02 0052
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 156 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,825
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 3 over Kidder Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying State Route 3 over Kidder Creek in Siskiyou County, California. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 69 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 5 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 2,825 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,594 by 2040. The structure is 156 ft (47.5 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 State Route 3 over Kidder Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is State Route 3 over Kidder 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does State Route 3 over Kidder Creek carry?
About 2,825 vehicles per day (2015 count).
How long is State Route 3 over Kidder Creek?
The structure is 156 ft (47.5 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 3 over Kidder Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.