US Bridges

W. Main ST over Central Main Canal

Good

Imperial County, California · 50 Ft E/O Austin RD · Structure no. 58C0217

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,604
2016 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

W. Main ST over Central Main Canal is a concrete culvert carrying W. Main ST over Central Main Canal in Imperial County, California. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 1,604 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,187 by 2045. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesW. Main ST
CrossesCentral Main Canal
Location50 Ft E/O Austin RD
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyImperial County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates32.79272, -115.59479
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 inspectionJanuary 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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length30 ft (9.1 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 traffic1,604 (2016)
Projected traffic2,187 by 2045
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 W. Main ST over Central Main Canal built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is W. Main ST over Central Main 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does W. Main ST over Central Main Canal carry?

About 1,604 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is W. Main ST over Central Main Canal?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns W. Main ST over Central Main Canal?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.