State Route 255 over Samoa Channel

Fair Condition55 years old7,300 vehicles/day

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyHumboldt
Location01-hum-255-1.37-eur
CarriesState Route 255
CrossesSamoa Channel
Coordinates40.81990, -124.16726

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length2506.6 ft (764 m)
Max Span225.1 ft (68.6 m)
Deck Width34.1 ft (10.4 m)
Deck Area7945.6 sq m
Main Spans20
Year Built1971

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic7,300 (2010)
Truck Traffic9%
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection923
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number04 0228

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