Ming Ave over Kern River Canal
FairKern County, California · At River Run Ave · Structure no. 50C0337
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 62 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,000
- 2018 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ming Ave over Kern River Canal is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ming Ave over Kern River Canal in Kern County, California. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 years old, younger 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 6,000 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,366 by 2044. The structure is 62 ft (18.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ming Ave over Kern River Canal built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ming Ave over Kern River 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 December 2022.
How much traffic does Ming Ave over Kern River Canal carry?
About 6,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Ming Ave over Kern River Canal?
The structure is 62 ft (18.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m).
Who owns Ming Ave over Kern River Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.