South H ST over Arvin-Edison Canal
GoodKern County, California · 0.2 MI S Panama Lane · Structure no. 50C0100
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old, rebuilt 1998
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2021
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 46 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,950
- 2005 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
South H ST over Arvin-Edison Canal is a prestressed concrete slab carrying South H ST over Arvin-Edison Canal in Kern County, California. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 60 years old, older 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 3,950 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,798 by 2043. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 89 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was South H ST over Arvin-Edison Canal built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.
What condition is South H ST over Arvin-Edison 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 November 2021.
How much traffic does South H ST over Arvin-Edison Canal carry?
About 3,950 vehicles per day (2005 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is South H ST over Arvin-Edison Canal?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 89 ft wide.
Who owns South H ST over Arvin-Edison Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.