US Bridges

E166-N99 N99-W166 over ST RTE 99 (@pm 2.73)

Good

Kern County, California · 06-KER-166-24.57 · Structure no. 50 0219E

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
256 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,380
2012 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

E166-N99 N99-W166 over ST RTE 99 (@pm 2.73) is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying E166-N99 N99-W166 over ST RTE 99 (@pm 2.73) in Kern County, California. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 2,380 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,831 by 2046. The structure is 256 ft (78 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesE166-N99 N99-W166
CrossesST RTE 99 (@pm 2.73)
Location06-KER-166-24.57
RouteState Highway 166
Coordinates35.05782, -118.96828
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating56.8 US tons
Inventory rating34.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length256 ft (78 m)
Longest span84 ft (25.6 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,380 (2012)
Projected traffic4,831 by 2046
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was E166-N99 N99-W166 over ST RTE 99 (@pm 2.73) built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is E166-N99 N99-W166 over ST RTE 99 (@pm 2.73) 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 E166-N99 N99-W166 over ST RTE 99 (@pm 2.73) carry?

About 2,380 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is E166-N99 N99-W166 over ST RTE 99 (@pm 2.73)?

The structure is 256 ft (78 m) long with a longest span of 84 ft (25.6 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns E166-N99 N99-W166 over ST RTE 99 (@pm 2.73)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.