South Ely Road over South Ely Creek
GoodSonoma County, California · 0.8 MI SE Frates RD · Structure no. 20C0304
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 2011 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
South Ely Road over South Ely Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying South Ely Road over South Ely Creek in Sonoma County, California. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 200 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 219 by 2043. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was South Ely Road over South Ely Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is South Ely Road over South Ely Creek 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does South Ely Road over South Ely Creek carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is South Ely Road over South Ely Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).
Who owns South Ely Road over South Ely Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.