Valley West Road over Buena Vista Creek
GoodKern County, California · .75 Mile West of SH 119 · Structure no. 50C0129
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 40 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,400
- 2007 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Valley West Road over Buena Vista Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Valley West Road over Buena Vista Creek in Kern County, California. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 1,400 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,417 by 2041. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Valley West Road over Buena Vista Creek built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.
What condition is Valley West Road over Buena Vista 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Valley West Road over Buena Vista Creek carry?
About 1,400 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Valley West Road over Buena Vista Creek?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Valley West Road over Buena Vista Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.