State Route 119 over Kern River
FairKern County, California · 06-KER-119-15.08 · Structure no. 50 0084
- Built
- 1924
- 101 years old, rebuilt 1968
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 150 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,600
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 119 over Kern River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying State Route 119 over Kern River in Kern County, California. It was built in 1924 and reconstructed in 1968, so it is 101 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 10,600 vehicles a day, projected to reach 20,698 by 2042. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 119 over Kern River built?
It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1968.
What condition is State Route 119 over Kern River 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 119 over Kern River carry?
About 10,600 vehicles per day (2009 count).
How long is State Route 119 over Kern River?
The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 119 over Kern River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.