US Bridges

Interstate 8 EB over Myer Creek

Fair

Imperial County, California · 11-IMP-008-R5.19R · Structure no. 58 0263R

Built
1964
61 years old, rebuilt 1978
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
52 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,105
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 8 EB over Myer Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Interstate 8 EB over Myer Creek in Imperial County, California. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1978, so it is 61 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 7,105 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,837 by 2041. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesInterstate 8 EB
CrossesMyer Creek
Location11-IMP-008-R5.19R
RouteInterstate 8
Coordinates32.68052, -116.06867
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1 (+1 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length52 ft (15.8 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,105 (2018)
Projected traffic12,837 by 2041
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 EB over Myer Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1978.

What condition is Interstate 8 EB over Myer Creek 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Interstate 8 EB over Myer Creek carry?

About 7,105 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is Interstate 8 EB over Myer Creek?

The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.4 m).

Who owns Interstate 8 EB over Myer Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.