State Route 58 over Kern Island Canal
GoodKern County, California · 06-KER-058-R53.66-BKD · Structure no. 50 0466
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,000
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 58 over Kern Island Canal is a concrete continuous culvert carrying State Route 58 over Kern Island Canal in Kern County, California. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 15,000 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,000 by 2040. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 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 State Route 58 over Kern Island Canal built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 58 over Kern Island 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does State Route 58 over Kern Island Canal carry?
About 15,000 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is State Route 58 over Kern Island Canal?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns State Route 58 over Kern Island Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.