State Route 36 over East Sand Slough
FairTehama County, California · 02-TEH-036-41.95-RBL · Structure no. 08 0090
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 1971
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 816 ft
- 37 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,500
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 36 over East Sand Slough is a concrete continuous slab carrying State Route 36 over East Sand Slough in Tehama County, California. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1971, so it is 78 years old, older 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 5 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 19,500 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,168 by 2046. The structure is 816 ft (248.7 m) long and 77 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 85.1 mi (137 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 36 over East Sand Slough built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1971.
What condition is State Route 36 over East Sand Slough 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 36 over East Sand Slough carry?
About 19,500 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is State Route 36 over East Sand Slough?
The structure is 816 ft (248.7 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 77 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 36 over East Sand Slough?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.