State Route 86 SB over Verde Ditch
PoorImperial County, California · 11-IMP-086-57.69 · Structure no. 58 0044L
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 7,300
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 86 SB over Verde Ditch is a concrete slab carrying State Route 86 SB over Verde Ditch in Imperial County, California. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger than the California average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 7,300 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,420 by 2040. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, 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 State Route 86 SB over Verde Ditch built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 86 SB over Verde Ditch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in December 2023.
How much traffic does State Route 86 SB over Verde Ditch carry?
About 7,300 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.
How long is State Route 86 SB over Verde Ditch?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 86 SB over Verde Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.