Methodist Ck Road over S. Fk. Salmon River
PoorSiskiyou County, California · Forks · Structure no. 050554000001069
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 204 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
Methodist Ck Road over S. Fk. Salmon River is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Methodist Ck Road over S. Fk. Salmon River in Siskiyou County, California. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, older than the California average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2045. The structure is 204 ft (62.2 m) long and 16 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Methodist Ck Road over S. Fk. Salmon River built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is Methodist Ck Road over S. Fk. Salmon River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does Methodist Ck Road over S. Fk. Salmon River carry?
About 20 vehicles per day (latest count).
How long is Methodist Ck Road over S. Fk. Salmon River?
The structure is 204 ft (62.2 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns Methodist Ck Road over S. Fk. Salmon River?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.