East Frontage Road over Backus Road Drain No. 1
GoodKern County, California · 09-KER-014-R9.30 · Structure no. 50 0453Y
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2014 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
East Frontage Road over Backus Road Drain No. 1 is a concrete culvert carrying East Frontage Road over Backus Road Drain No. 1 in Kern County, California. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 50 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 104 by 2041. The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was East Frontage Road over Backus Road Drain No. 1 built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is East Frontage Road over Backus Road Drain No. 1 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 2023.
How much traffic does East Frontage Road over Backus Road Drain No. 1 carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is East Frontage Road over Backus Road Drain No. 1?
The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).
Who owns East Frontage Road over Backus Road Drain No. 1?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.