US Bridges

Elkhorn Grade over Stinson Canal

Fair

Fresno County, California · 0.55 MI N of Cerini Ave · Structure no. 42C0529

Built
1925
100 years old, rebuilt 1983
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
40 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2004 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Elkhorn Grade over Stinson Canal is a concrete continuous slab carrying Elkhorn Grade over Stinson Canal in Fresno County, California. It was built in 1925 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 100 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 50 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 192 by 2045. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesElkhorn Grade
CrossesStinson Canal
Location0.55 MI N of Cerini Ave
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyFresno County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates36.46488, -120.0206
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating105.1 US tons
Inventory rating63.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2004)
Projected traffic192 by 2045
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Elkhorn Grade over Stinson Canal built?

It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.

What condition is Elkhorn Grade over Stinson 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Elkhorn Grade over Stinson Canal carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Elkhorn Grade over Stinson Canal?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Elkhorn Grade over Stinson Canal?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.