State Route 172 over Martin Creek
FairTehama County, California · 02-TEH-172-0.20 · Structure no. 08 0081
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 55 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 190
- 2010 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 172 over Martin Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying State Route 172 over Martin Creek in Tehama 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 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 190 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 512 by 2046. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 172 over Martin Creek built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 172 over Martin Creek 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 172 over Martin Creek carry?
About 190 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is State Route 172 over Martin Creek?
The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 172 over Martin Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.