Terrace Way over Kern Island Canal
FairKern County, California · 200FT E Chester Ave · Structure no. 50C0211
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,960
- 2008 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Terrace Way over Kern Island Canal is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Terrace Way over Kern Island Canal in Kern County, California. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older than the California average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 4,960 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,480 by 2043. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Terrace Way over Kern Island Canal built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is Terrace Way over Kern Island Canal in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in November 2023.
How much traffic does Terrace Way over Kern Island Canal carry?
About 4,960 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Terrace Way over Kern Island Canal?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.
Who owns Terrace Way over Kern Island Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.