State Route 99 over Canal Lateral 29
GoodKern County, California · 06-KER-099-27.80 · Structure no. 50 0051
- Built
- 1933
- 92 years old, rebuilt 1964
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 33 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 130,000
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 99 over Canal Lateral 29 is a concrete continuous culvert carrying State Route 99 over Canal Lateral 29 in Kern County, California. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 1964, so it is 92 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 130,000 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 160,692 by 2045. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 202 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 99 over Canal Lateral 29 built?
It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1964.
What condition is State Route 99 over Canal Lateral 29 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 State Route 99 over Canal Lateral 29 carry?
About 130,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is State Route 99 over Canal Lateral 29?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 202 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 99 over Canal Lateral 29?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.