US Bridges

S41-VAN Ness Off-R over M ST-S41 On-Ramp M ST

Fair

Fresno County, California · 06-FRE-041-R22.77-FRE · Structure no. 42 0228K

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
295 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,950
2011 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S41-VAN Ness Off-R over M ST-S41 On-Ramp M ST is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying S41-VAN Ness Off-R over M ST-S41 On-Ramp M ST in Fresno County, California. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, younger 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 4,950 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,307 by 2043. The structure is 295 ft (89.9 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesS41-VAN Ness Off-R
CrossesM ST-S41 On-Ramp M ST
Location06-FRE-041-R22.77-FRE
RouteState Highway 41
Coordinates36.73027, -119.78176
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54.7 US tons
Inventory rating42.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length295 ft (89.9 m)
Longest span110 ft (33.6 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.9 m)
Roadway width23 ft (6.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,950 (2011)
Projected traffic5,307 by 2043
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was S41-VAN Ness Off-R over M ST-S41 On-Ramp M ST built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is S41-VAN Ness Off-R over M ST-S41 On-Ramp M ST 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does S41-VAN Ness Off-R over M ST-S41 On-Ramp M ST carry?

About 4,950 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is S41-VAN Ness Off-R over M ST-S41 On-Ramp M ST?

The structure is 295 ft (89.9 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.6 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns S41-VAN Ness Off-R over M ST-S41 On-Ramp M ST?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.