State Route 3 over Little Creek
GoodTrinity County, California · 02-TRI-003-25.55 · Structure no. 05 0036
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,450
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 3 over Little Creek is a concrete slab carrying State Route 3 over Little Creek in Trinity County, California. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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.
It carries about 1,450 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,753 by 2046. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 State Route 3 over Little Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 3 over Little Creek 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 3 over Little Creek carry?
About 1,450 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is State Route 3 over Little Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.7 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 3 over Little Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.