State Route 65 over Rag Gulch
FairKern County, California · 06-KER-065-23.59 · Structure no. 50 0131
- Built
- 1944
- 81 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,500
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 65 over Rag Gulch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying State Route 65 over Rag Gulch in Kern County, California. It was built in 1944, so it is 81 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 6 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 8,500 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,053 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 65 over Rag Gulch built?
It was built in 1944, making it 81 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 65 over Rag Gulch 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 65 over Rag Gulch carry?
About 8,500 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is State Route 65 over Rag Gulch?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 65 over Rag Gulch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.