State Route 99 over Fowler Switch Canal
FairFresno County, California · 06-FRE-099-7.83-SEL · Structure no. 42 0125
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 35 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 78,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 99 over Fowler Switch Canal is a concrete continuous culvert carrying State Route 99 over Fowler Switch Canal in Fresno County, California. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 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 78,000 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 118,406 by 2042. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 99 over Fowler Switch Canal built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 99 over Fowler Switch Canal 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 99 over Fowler Switch Canal carry?
About 78,000 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is State Route 99 over Fowler Switch Canal?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns State Route 99 over Fowler Switch Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.