US Bridges

Jellys Ferry RD over Unnamed Gulch

Fair

Tehama County, California · 3.1 MI E of I-5 · Structure no. 08C0238

Built
1960
65 years old, rebuilt 1996
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
30 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,971
2008 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Jellys Ferry RD over Unnamed Gulch is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Jellys Ferry RD over Unnamed Gulch in Tehama County, California. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 65 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 1,971 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,123 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesJellys Ferry RD
CrossesUnnamed Gulch
Location3.1 MI E of I-5
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyTehama County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates40.26935, -122.22709
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51 US tons
Inventory rating30.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckCorrugated steel
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width20 ft (6.2 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,971 (2008)
Projected traffic3,123 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Jellys Ferry RD over Unnamed Gulch built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.

What condition is Jellys Ferry RD over Unnamed Gulch 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Jellys Ferry RD over Unnamed Gulch carry?

About 1,971 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Jellys Ferry RD over Unnamed Gulch?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns Jellys Ferry RD over Unnamed Gulch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.