Old River RD over Kern River Canal
GoodKern County, California · South of Stockdale Hghwy · Structure no. 50C0317
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,300
- 2011 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old River RD over Kern River Canal is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Old River RD over Kern River Canal in Kern County, California. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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 20,300 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 54,906 by 2042. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 126 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old River RD over Kern River Canal built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old River RD over Kern River 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does Old River RD over Kern River Canal carry?
About 20,300 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Old River RD over Kern River Canal?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 126 ft wide.
Who owns Old River RD over Kern River Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.