Wilson RD over Kern Island Canal
GoodKern County, California · East of South H ST · Structure no. 50C0151
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,200
- 2005 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wilson RD over Kern Island Canal is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Wilson RD over Kern Island Canal in Kern County, California. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 6,200 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,433 by 2045. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wilson RD over Kern Island Canal built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wilson RD 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 Wilson RD over Kern Island Canal carry?
About 6,200 vehicles per day (2005 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Wilson RD over Kern Island Canal?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.
Who owns Wilson RD over Kern Island Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.