State Route 98 over Central (briar) Canal
GoodImperial County, California · 11-IMP-098-34.83 · Structure no. 58 0348
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,811
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 98 over Central (briar) Canal is a concrete culvert carrying State Route 98 over Central (briar) Canal in Imperial County, California. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 5,811 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,405 by 2041. The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 98 over Central (briar) Canal built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 98 over Central (briar) Canal 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 98 over Central (briar) Canal carry?
About 5,811 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is State Route 98 over Central (briar) Canal?
The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 98 over Central (briar) Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.