US Bridges

West Channel RD over Sulphur Spring Valley CR

Good

Solano County, California · 0.2 MI S of 2nd ST · Structure no. 23C0213

Built
1943
82 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
62 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,578
2011 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

West Channel RD over Sulphur Spring Valley CR is a concrete continuous slab carrying West Channel RD over Sulphur Spring Valley CR in Solano County, California. It was built in 1943, so it is 82 years old, older than the California average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,578 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,214 by 2044. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesWest Channel RD
CrossesSulphur Spring Valley CR
Location0.2 MI S of 2nd ST
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates38.07937, -122.13786
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating30.8 US tons
Inventory rating18.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length62 ft (18.9 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.6 m)
Roadway width26 ft (8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,578 (2011)
Projected traffic3,214 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was West Channel RD over Sulphur Spring Valley CR built?

It was built in 1943, making it 82 years old in 2025.

What condition is West Channel RD over Sulphur Spring Valley CR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.

How much traffic does West Channel RD over Sulphur Spring Valley CR carry?

About 1,578 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is West Channel RD over Sulphur Spring Valley CR?

The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns West Channel RD over Sulphur Spring Valley CR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.