State Route 58 over Main Drain Canal
FairKern County, California · 06-KER-058-27.82 · Structure no. 50 0013
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old, rebuilt 1962
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 53 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,000
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 58 over Main Drain Canal is a concrete continuous slab carrying State Route 58 over Main Drain Canal in Kern County, California. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 1962, so it is 77 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 5 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 9,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 17,000 by 2040. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 58 over Main Drain Canal built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1962.
What condition is State Route 58 over Main Drain Canal 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does State Route 58 over Main Drain Canal carry?
About 9,000 vehicles per day (2016 count).
How long is State Route 58 over Main Drain Canal?
The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 58 over Main Drain Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.