Forest Road 443 over American River
FairIdaho County, Idaho · 4 Miles North of Elk City · Structure no. 011708000000020
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 32 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 50
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
Forest Road 443 over American River is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Forest Road 443 over American River in Idaho County, Idaho. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older than the Idaho average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 75 by 2045. The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.2 mi (158 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Forest Road 443 over American River built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Forest Road 443 over American River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Forest Road 443 over American River carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (latest count).
How long is Forest Road 443 over American River?
The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.6 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Forest Road 443 over American River?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.