State Route 3 over South Fork Scott River
FairSiskiyou County, California · 02-SIS-003-8.89 · Structure no. 02 0165
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 180 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 345
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 3 over South Fork Scott River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying State Route 3 over South Fork Scott River in Siskiyou County, California. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 67 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 345 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 307 by 2042. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 35 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 3 over South Fork Scott River built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is State Route 3 over South Fork 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 South Fork Scott River carry?
About 345 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is State Route 3 over South Fork Scott River?
The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 3 over South Fork Scott River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.