US Bridges

Interstate 8 over New River

Good

Imperial County, California · 11-IMP-008-R29.70 · Structure no. 58 0245

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
46 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
12,200
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 8 over New River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Interstate 8 over New River in Imperial County, California. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 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 12,200 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,809 by 2046. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesInterstate 8
CrossesNew River
Location11-IMP-008-R29.70
RouteInterstate 8
Coordinates32.77398, -115.69424
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
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 Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,200 (2019)
Projected traffic35,809 by 2046
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 New River built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is Interstate 8 over New River 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does Interstate 8 over New River carry?

About 12,200 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is Interstate 8 over New River?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns Interstate 8 over New River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.