N First ST over Herndon Canal
FairFresno County, California · South of Shields Ave · Structure no. 42C0213
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old, rebuilt 1999
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 46 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,322
- 2009 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
N First ST over Herndon Canal is a concrete continuous slab carrying N First ST over Herndon Canal in Fresno County, California. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 71 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 17,322 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,632 by 2042. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 92 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 N First ST over Herndon Canal built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.
What condition is N First ST 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 N First ST over Herndon Canal carry?
About 17,322 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is N First ST over Herndon Canal?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (6.9 m) and a deck 92 ft wide.
Who owns N First ST over Herndon Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.