State Route 86 SB over Surprise Ditch
GoodImperial County, California · 11-IMP-086-53.99 · Structure no. 58 0137L
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 90 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,550
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 86 SB over Surprise Ditch is a concrete continuous slab carrying State Route 86 SB over Surprise 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 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 7,550 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,420 by 2040. The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long and 41 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 86 SB over Surprise Ditch built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 86 SB over Surprise 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does State Route 86 SB over Surprise Ditch carry?
About 7,550 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.
How long is State Route 86 SB over Surprise Ditch?
The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 86 SB over Surprise Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.