US Bridges

Evan Hewes HWY over Ocotillo Wash

Fair

Imperial County, California · 0.4 MI E/O Imperial HWY · Structure no. 58C0046

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
46 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
272
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Evan Hewes HWY over Ocotillo Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Evan Hewes HWY over Ocotillo Wash in Imperial County, California. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 272 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 930 by 2042. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesEvan Hewes HWY
CrossesOcotillo Wash
Location0.4 MI E/O Imperial HWY
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyImperial County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates32.73662, -115.98718
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionDecember 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 rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic272 (2020)
Projected traffic930 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Evan Hewes HWY over Ocotillo Wash built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.

What condition is Evan Hewes HWY over Ocotillo Wash 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Evan Hewes HWY over Ocotillo Wash carry?

About 272 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Evan Hewes HWY over Ocotillo Wash?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Evan Hewes HWY over Ocotillo Wash?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.