West Shields Ave over San Luis Canal
GoodFresno County, California · 1 Mi. West of Russell Ave · Structure no. 42C0140
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 256 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 750
- 2017 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Reclamation
About this bridge
West Shields Ave over San Luis Canal is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying West Shields Ave over San Luis Canal in Fresno County, California. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older than the California average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 750 vehicles a day, projected to reach 810 by 2037. The structure is 256 ft (78 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was West Shields Ave over San Luis Canal built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is West Shields Ave over San Luis Canal in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.
How much traffic does West Shields Ave over San Luis Canal carry?
About 750 vehicles per day (2017 count).
How long is West Shields Ave over San Luis Canal?
The structure is 256 ft (78 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns West Shields Ave over San Luis Canal?
It is owned by the Bureau of Reclamation and maintained by the Other State Agency.