State Highway 178 over Walker Creek
GoodKern County, California · 09-KER-178-91.20 · Structure no. 50 0491
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 30 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,000
- 2012 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Highway 178 over Walker Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying State Highway 178 over Walker Creek in Kern County, California. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 5,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,548 by 2040. The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Highway 178 over Walker Creek built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Highway 178 over Walker Creek 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 2021.
How much traffic does State Highway 178 over Walker Creek carry?
About 5,000 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is State Highway 178 over Walker Creek?
The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns State Highway 178 over Walker Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.