Winding Road over Whiskey Creek
FairFresno County, California · 08S70-1.2 · Structure no. 051551000001043
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 52 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 50
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
Winding Road over Whiskey Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Winding Road over Whiskey Creek in Fresno County, California. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 73 years old, older than the California average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 52 ft (15.9 m) long and 16 ft wide.
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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Winding Road over Whiskey Creek built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is Winding Road over Whiskey Creek 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Winding Road over Whiskey Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (latest count).
How long is Winding Road over Whiskey Creek?
The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns Winding Road over Whiskey Creek?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.