US Bridges

State Route 46 over State Route 99

Good

Kern County, California · 06-KER-046-R57.76 · Structure no. 50 0524E

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
220 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,300
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

State Route 46 over State Route 99 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying State Route 46 over State Route 99 in Kern County, California. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 7,300 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,202 by 2042. The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesState Route 46
CrossesState Route 99
Location06-KER-046-R57.76
RouteState Highway 46
Coordinates35.60178, -119.2116
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length220 ft (67.1 m)
Longest span105 ft (32.1 m)
Deck width59 ft (18.1 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,300 (2017)
Projected traffic10,202 by 2042
Trucks40%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 46 over State Route 99 built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is State Route 46 over State Route 99 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 2024.

How much traffic does State Route 46 over State Route 99 carry?

About 7,300 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.

How long is State Route 46 over State Route 99?

The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32.1 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.

Who owns State Route 46 over State Route 99?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.