State Route 86 SB over Central Main Canal
GoodImperial County, California · 11-IMP-086-17.82 · Structure no. 58 0006L
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 130 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 7,700
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 86 SB over Central Main Canal is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying State Route 86 SB over Central Main Canal in Imperial County, California. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 7,700 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,619 by 2046. The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 State Route 86 SB over Central Main Canal built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 86 SB over Central Main 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 86 SB over Central Main Canal carry?
About 7,700 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is State Route 86 SB over Central Main Canal?
The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 86 SB over Central Main Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.