State Route 178 over U.S. Highway 395
GoodKern County, California · 09-KER-178-R93.23 · Structure no. 50 0438
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 108 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,600
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 178 over U.S. Highway 395 is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying State Route 178 over U.S. Highway 395 in Kern County, California. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, younger 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 14,600 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,098 by 2040. The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long and 44 ft wide.
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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 State Route 178 over U.S. Highway 395 built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 178 over U.S. Highway 395 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does State Route 178 over U.S. Highway 395 carry?
About 14,600 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is State Route 178 over U.S. Highway 395?
The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 178 over U.S. Highway 395?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.