Interstate 5 over West Side Canal
GoodKern County, California · 06-KER-005-71.61 · Structure no. 50 0380
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 34 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 29,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Interstate 5 over West Side Canal is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Interstate 5 over West Side Canal in Kern County, California. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 29,000 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 50,923 by 2046. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Interstate 5 over West Side Canal built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is Interstate 5 over West Side Canal 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 Interstate 5 over West Side Canal carry?
About 29,000 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.
How long is Interstate 5 over West Side Canal?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).
Who owns Interstate 5 over West Side Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.