U.S. Highway 6 over Bishop Creek
GoodInyo County, California · 09-INY-006-0.45-BIS · Structure no. 48 0023
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old, rebuilt 1973
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 42 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,550
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. Highway 6 over Bishop Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying U.S. Highway 6 over Bishop Creek in Inyo County, California. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1973, so it is 88 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 4,550 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,470 by 2041. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 U.S. Highway 6 over Bishop Creek built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.
What condition is U.S. Highway 6 over 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does U.S. Highway 6 over Bishop Creek carry?
About 4,550 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is U.S. Highway 6 over Bishop Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. Highway 6 over Bishop Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.