Rattlesnake Ridge over Rattlesnake Creek
GoodTrinity County, California · Hells Gate Campground · Structure no. 051452000001009
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 104 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 50
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
Rattlesnake Ridge over Rattlesnake Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Rattlesnake Ridge over Rattlesnake Creek in Trinity County, California. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 75 by 2045. The structure is 104 ft (31.8 m) long and 16 ft wide.
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rattlesnake Ridge over Rattlesnake Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rattlesnake Ridge over Rattlesnake 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Rattlesnake Ridge over Rattlesnake Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (latest count).
How long is Rattlesnake Ridge over Rattlesnake Creek?
The structure is 104 ft (31.8 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns Rattlesnake Ridge over Rattlesnake Creek?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.