State Route 98 over Central Main Canal
FairImperial County, California · 11-IMP-098-34.84 · Structure no. 58 0135
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 102 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,790
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 98 over Central Main Canal is a concrete continuous slab carrying State Route 98 over Central Main Canal 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 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 5,790 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,456 by 2041. The structure is 102 ft (31 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 98 over Central Main Canal built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 98 over Central Main Canal 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 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 98 over Central Main Canal carry?
About 5,790 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is State Route 98 over Central Main Canal?
The structure is 102 ft (31 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 98 over Central Main Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.