Interstate 8 EB over Myer Creek
GoodImperial County, California · 11-IMP-008-R7.22R · Structure no. 58 0270R
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old, rebuilt 1964
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 180 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 arch - deck carrying Interstate 8 EB over Myer Creek in Imperial County, California. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 1964, so it is 83 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 7,105 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,837 by 2041. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 Interstate 8 EB over Myer Creek built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1964.
What condition is Interstate 8 EB over Myer Creek 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 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 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 117 ft (35.7 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns Interstate 8 EB over Myer Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.