US Bridges

State Route 33 over Mckittrick Wash

Good

Kern County, California · 06-KER-033-35.89 · Structure no. 50 0186

Built
1941
84 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
28 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,400
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

State Route 33 over Mckittrick Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying State Route 33 over Mckittrick Wash in Kern County, California. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 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 1,400 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,153 by 2046. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 km).

CarriesState Route 33
CrossesMckittrick Wash
Location06-KER-033-35.89
RouteState Highway 33
Coordinates35.33043, -119.62631
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating30 US tons
Inventory rating17.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,400 (2009)
Projected traffic1,153 by 2046
Trucks31%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.1 mi (34 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was State Route 33 over Mckittrick Wash built?

It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.

What condition is State Route 33 over Mckittrick Wash 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does State Route 33 over Mckittrick Wash carry?

About 1,400 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is State Route 33 over Mckittrick Wash?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns State Route 33 over Mckittrick Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.