State Route 3 over Scott River
FairSiskiyou County, California · 02-SIS-003-31.68 · Structure no. 02 0057
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 302 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,750
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 3 over Scott River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying State Route 3 over Scott River 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 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 2,750 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,113 by 2042. The structure is 302 ft (92 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 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 Scott River 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 Scott 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 3 over Scott River carry?
About 2,750 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is State Route 3 over Scott River?
The structure is 302 ft (92 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 3 over Scott River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.