Shepherd Ave over Dry Creek
FairFresno County, California · Intersection N Fowler Ave · Structure no. 42C0694
- Built
- 2014
- 11 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 35 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,000
- 2014 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Shepherd Ave over Dry Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Shepherd Ave over Dry Creek in Fresno County, California. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 years old, younger 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 6 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 9,000 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,193 by 2046. The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Shepherd Ave over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.
What condition is Shepherd Ave over Dry Creek 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 Shepherd Ave over Dry Creek carry?
About 9,000 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Shepherd Ave over Dry Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns Shepherd Ave over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.