Mil Potrero HWY over San Emigdio Creek
GoodKern County, California · At Woodland Dr. · Structure no. 50C0175
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 44 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,200
- 2007 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mil Potrero HWY over San Emigdio Creek is a steel culvert carrying Mil Potrero HWY over San Emigdio Creek in Kern County, California. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 2,200 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,681 by 2041. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 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 Mil Potrero HWY over San Emigdio Creek built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mil Potrero HWY over San Emigdio 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 Mil Potrero HWY over San Emigdio Creek carry?
About 2,200 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Mil Potrero HWY over San Emigdio Creek?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m).
Who owns Mil Potrero HWY over San Emigdio Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.