White Lane over Kern Island Canal
GoodKern County, California · East of South H ST · Structure no. 50C0153
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old, rebuilt 1984
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 26,300
- 2005 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
White Lane over Kern Island Canal is a concrete continuous culvert carrying White Lane over Kern Island Canal in Kern County, California. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 61 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 26,300 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,044 by 2043. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 103 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 White Lane over Kern Island Canal built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.
What condition is White Lane 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 White Lane over Kern Island Canal carry?
About 26,300 vehicles per day (2005 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is White Lane over Kern Island Canal?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 103 ft wide.
Who owns White Lane over Kern Island Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.