State Route 96 over Empire Creek
FairSiskiyou County, California · 02-SIS-096-93.09 · Structure no. 02 0087
- Built
- 1923
- 102 years old, rebuilt 1969
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 800
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 96 over Empire Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying State Route 96 over Empire Creek in Siskiyou County, California. It was built in 1923 and reconstructed in 1969, so it is 102 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 800 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,331 by 2042. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.1 mi (71 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 96 over Empire Creek built?
It was built in 1923, making it 102 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1969.
What condition is State Route 96 over Empire 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 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 96 over Empire Creek carry?
About 800 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is State Route 96 over Empire Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns State Route 96 over Empire Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.