US Bridges

S Golden State Bl over North Ave & BNSF RY

Fair

Fresno County, California · 0.25 MI E of S Cedar Ave · Structure no. 42C0084

Built
1936
89 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
1,279 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,410
2006 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

S Golden State Bl over North Ave & BNSF RY is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying S Golden State Bl over North Ave & BNSF RY in Fresno County, California. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 5,410 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,753 by 2047. The structure is 1,279 ft (389.8 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesS Golden State Bl
CrossesNorth Ave & BNSF RY
Location0.25 MI E of S Cedar Ave
RouteCity Street 0
CountyFresno County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates36.69131, -119.7488
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating30 US tons
Inventory rating17.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+33 approach)
Design loadH 15
Structure length1,279 ft (389.8 m)
Longest span158 ft (48.2 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,410 (2006)
Projected traffic8,753 by 2047
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 S Golden State Bl over North Ave & BNSF RY built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.

What condition is S Golden State Bl over North Ave & BNSF RY 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does S Golden State Bl over North Ave & BNSF RY carry?

About 5,410 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is S Golden State Bl over North Ave & BNSF RY?

The structure is 1,279 ft (389.8 m) long with a longest span of 158 ft (48.2 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns S Golden State Bl over North Ave & BNSF RY?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.