Elmo HWY over State Route 99
GoodKern County, California · 06-KER-099-50.41 · Structure no. 50 0233
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 380 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,500
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Elmo HWY over State Route 99 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Elmo HWY over State Route 99 in Kern County, California. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 2,500 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,101 by 2046. The structure is 380 ft (115.8 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Elmo HWY over State Route 99 built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is Elmo HWY over State Route 99 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Elmo HWY over State Route 99 carry?
About 2,500 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is Elmo HWY over State Route 99?
The structure is 380 ft (115.8 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns Elmo HWY over State Route 99?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.