US Bridges

State Route 14 over Indian Wells Wash

Fair

Kern County, California · 09-KER-014-62.97 · Structure no. 50 0480

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
53 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
3,100
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

State Route 14 over Indian Wells Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying State Route 14 over Indian Wells Wash in Kern County, California. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger than the California average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 3,100 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,003 by 2041. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesState Route 14
CrossesIndian Wells Wash
Location09-KER-014-62.97
RouteState Highway 14
CountyKern County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates35.67177, -117.86994
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length53 ft (16.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,100 (2014)
Projected traffic11,003 by 2041
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was State Route 14 over Indian Wells Wash built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is State Route 14 over Indian Wells Wash in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.

How much traffic does State Route 14 over Indian Wells Wash carry?

About 3,100 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is State Route 14 over Indian Wells Wash?

The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns State Route 14 over Indian Wells Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.