US Bridges

State Route 86 NB over Tesla Wash

Fair

Imperial County, California · 11-IMP-086-60.47 · Structure no. 58 0050R

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
58 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,900
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

State Route 86 NB over Tesla Wash is a concrete continuous slab carrying State Route 86 NB over Tesla Wash in Imperial County, California. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 6,900 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,249 by 2043. The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesState Route 86 NB
CrossesTesla Wash
Location11-IMP-086-60.47
RouteState Highway 86
CountyImperial County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates33.33281, -116.00398
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating31.1 US tons
Inventory rating23.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length58 ft (17.7 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.8 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.5 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,900 (2017)
Projected traffic14,249 by 2043
Trucks40%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 State Route 86 NB over Tesla Wash built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is State Route 86 NB over Tesla Wash 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does State Route 86 NB over Tesla Wash carry?

About 6,900 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.

How long is State Route 86 NB over Tesla Wash?

The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns State Route 86 NB over Tesla Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.