W Ashlan Ave over Herndon Canal
FairFresno County, California · East of West Ave · Structure no. 42C0191
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old, rebuilt 1974
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 24,979
- 2008 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
W Ashlan Ave over Herndon Canal is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying W Ashlan Ave over Herndon Canal in Fresno County, California. It was built in 1967 and reconstructed in 1974, so it is 58 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 24,979 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,127 by 2042. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 98 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was W Ashlan Ave over Herndon Canal built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1974.
What condition is W Ashlan Ave over Herndon 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does W Ashlan Ave over Herndon Canal carry?
About 24,979 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is W Ashlan Ave over Herndon Canal?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.8 m) and a deck 98 ft wide.
Who owns W Ashlan Ave over Herndon Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.