West Clarkson Road over San Luis Canal
GoodFresno County, California · 2 Miles East of SR 33 · Structure no. 42C0370
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 235 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 700
- 2017 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Reclamation
About this bridge
West Clarkson Road over San Luis Canal is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying West Clarkson Road 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 700 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 800 by 2037. The structure is 235 ft (71.6 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was West Clarkson Road over San Luis Canal built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is West Clarkson Road 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does West Clarkson Road over San Luis Canal carry?
About 700 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is West Clarkson Road over San Luis Canal?
The structure is 235 ft (71.6 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.8 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns West Clarkson Road over San Luis Canal?
It is owned by the Bureau of Reclamation and maintained by the Other State Agency.