State Route 46 over Friant-Kern Canal
FairKern County, California · 06-KER-046-56.29 · Structure no. 50 0146
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 69 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,700
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 46 over Friant-Kern Canal is a concrete tee beam carrying State Route 46 over Friant-Kern Canal in Kern County, California. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 75 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 7,700 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,976 by 2042. The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 46 over Friant-Kern Canal built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is State Route 46 over Friant-Kern 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 46 over Friant-Kern Canal carry?
About 7,700 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.
How long is State Route 46 over Friant-Kern Canal?
The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 46 over Friant-Kern Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.