S Chester Ave over Kern Island Canal
GoodKern County, California · South of Terrace Way · Structure no. 50C0148
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 63 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,062
- 2007 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
S Chester Ave over Kern Island Canal is a steel culvert carrying S Chester Ave over Kern Island Canal in Kern County, California. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 14,062 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,156 by 2043. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long and 93 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 S Chester Ave over Kern Island Canal built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is S Chester Ave over Kern Island 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 2023.
How much traffic does S Chester Ave over Kern Island Canal carry?
About 14,062 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is S Chester Ave over Kern Island Canal?
The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 93 ft wide.
Who owns S Chester Ave over Kern Island Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.