Interstate 5 over Main Canal
GoodKern County, California · 06-KER-005-42.89 · Structure no. 50 0390
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 48 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30,000
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Interstate 5 over Main Canal is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Interstate 5 over Main Canal in Kern County, California. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 30,000 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 54,000 by 2042. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Interstate 5 over Main Canal built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is Interstate 5 over Main 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Interstate 5 over Main Canal carry?
About 30,000 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is Interstate 5 over Main Canal?
The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).
Who owns Interstate 5 over Main Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.