IRR BIA RTE 159 over South Fork Bishop Creek
GoodInyo County, California · West Edge of Bishop · Structure no. 00000000000J003
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 500
- 2021 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE 159 over South Fork Bishop Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IRR BIA RTE 159 over South Fork Bishop Creek in Inyo County, California. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 500 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 750 by 2041. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR BIA RTE 159 over South Fork Bishop Creek built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE 159 over South Fork Bishop 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does IRR BIA RTE 159 over South Fork Bishop Creek carry?
About 500 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE 159 over South Fork Bishop Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.9 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 159 over South Fork Bishop Creek?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.