US Bridges

Interstate 8 over Gusto Ditch

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Imperial County, California · 11-IMP-008-R84.84 · Structure no. 58 0097

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
68 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
15,100
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 8 over Gusto Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Interstate 8 over Gusto Ditch in Imperial County, California. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 15,100 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,638 by 2042. The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesInterstate 8
CrossesGusto Ditch
Location11-IMP-008-R84.84
RouteInterstate 8
CountyImperial County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates32.7575, -114.81969
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadUnknown
Structure length68 ft (20.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width52 ft (16 m)
Roadway width26 ft (8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,100 (2020)
Projected traffic21,638 by 2042
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 Interstate 8 over Gusto Ditch built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Interstate 8 over Gusto Ditch 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 2025.

How much traffic does Interstate 8 over Gusto Ditch carry?

About 15,100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is Interstate 8 over Gusto Ditch?

The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns Interstate 8 over Gusto Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.