Zerker RD over Friant-Kern Canal
GoodKern County, California · 2.2 MI N 7th Standard RD · Structure no. 50C0258
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 70 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,650
- 2005 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Zerker RD over Friant-Kern Canal is a concrete tee beam carrying Zerker RD over Friant-Kern Canal in Kern County, California. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 75 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 1,650 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,709 by 2044. The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Zerker RD over Friant-Kern Canal built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.
What condition is Zerker RD over Friant-Kern 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 2024.
How much traffic does Zerker RD over Friant-Kern Canal carry?
About 1,650 vehicles per day (2005 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Zerker RD over Friant-Kern Canal?
The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns Zerker RD over Friant-Kern Canal?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.