State Route 14 over Walker Creek
GoodKern County, California · 09-KER-014-58.50 · Structure no. 50 0521
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 39 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,400
- 2014 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 14 over Walker Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying State Route 14 over Walker Creek in Kern County, California. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 4,400 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,228 by 2041. The structure is 39 ft (11.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 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 Route 14 over Walker Creek built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 14 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does State Route 14 over Walker Creek carry?
About 4,400 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is State Route 14 over Walker Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.8 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.7 m).
Who owns State Route 14 over Walker Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.