State Route 3 over Scott Mountain Creek
GoodTrinity County, California · 02-TRI-003-T81.23 · Structure no. 05 0069
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Steel
- Length
- 33 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 190
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 3 over Scott Mountain Creek is a steel arch - deck carrying State Route 3 over Scott Mountain Creek in Trinity County, California. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 years old, younger 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 190 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 317 by 2046. The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 Scott Mountain Creek built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 3 over Scott Mountain 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 Scott Mountain Creek carry?
About 190 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is State Route 3 over Scott Mountain Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.2 m).
Who owns State Route 3 over Scott Mountain Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.