State Route 3 over Scorpion Creek
FairTrinity County, California · 02-TRI-003-68.95 · Structure no. 05 0029
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 114 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 230
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 3 over Scorpion Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying State Route 3 over Scorpion Creek in Trinity County, California. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 230 vehicles a day, projected to reach 846 by 2046. The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 3 over Scorpion Creek built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 3 over Scorpion 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 3 over Scorpion Creek carry?
About 230 vehicles per day (2009 count).
How long is State Route 3 over Scorpion Creek?
The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 3 over Scorpion Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.