US Bridges

Youngsdale DR over Putah South Canal

Good

Solano County, California · 0.5 MI W Nut Tree RD · Structure no. 23C0237

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2022
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
62 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,867
2008 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Youngsdale DR over Putah South Canal is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Youngsdale DR over Putah South Canal in Solano County, California. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 2,867 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,094 by 2040. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesYoungsdale DR
CrossesPutah South Canal
Location0.5 MI W Nut Tree RD
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates38.32585, -121.9602
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length62 ft (18.9 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.3 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,867 (2008)
Projected traffic4,094 by 2040
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Youngsdale DR over Putah South Canal built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Youngsdale DR over Putah South Canal 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 October 2022.

How much traffic does Youngsdale DR over Putah South Canal carry?

About 2,867 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Youngsdale DR over Putah South Canal?

The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns Youngsdale DR over Putah South Canal?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.