Vestal Road over South Fork Cottonwood CR
GoodPosted for loadTehama County, California · 1.8 MI N/W Petty John RD · Structure no. 08C0012
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 164 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2011 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Vestal Road over South Fork Cottonwood CR is a steel truss - thru carrying Vestal Road over South Fork Cottonwood CR in Tehama County, California. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 71 by 2045. The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Vestal Road over South Fork Cottonwood CR built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.
What condition is Vestal Road over South Fork Cottonwood 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Vestal Road over South Fork Cottonwood CR carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2011 count).
How long is Vestal Road over South Fork Cottonwood CR?
The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.
Who owns Vestal Road over South Fork Cottonwood CR?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.