Water Island Pk DR over Herndon Canal
FairFresno County, California · 0.2 MI N of Shaw Ave · Structure no. 42C0594
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old, rebuilt 1985
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 65 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,881
- 2011 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Water Island Pk DR over Herndon Canal is a concrete continuous slab carrying Water Island Pk DR over Herndon Canal in Fresno County, California. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 65 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 5,881 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,265 by 2046. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 69 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 Water Island Pk DR over Herndon Canal built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.
What condition is Water Island Pk DR 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 Water Island Pk DR over Herndon Canal carry?
About 5,881 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Water Island Pk DR over Herndon Canal?
The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 69 ft wide.
Who owns Water Island Pk DR over Herndon Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.