S China Lake Blvd over Bowman Wash
GoodKern County, California · S China Lake & Bowman · Structure no. 50C0410
- Built
- 2016
- 9 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
- Length
- 21 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 10,000
- 2008 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
S China Lake Blvd over Bowman Wash is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron arch - deck carrying S China Lake Blvd over Bowman Wash in Kern County, California. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 10,000 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,815 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S China Lake Blvd over Bowman Wash built?
It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.
What condition is S China Lake Blvd over Bowman Wash 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 S China Lake Blvd over Bowman Wash carry?
About 10,000 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is S China Lake Blvd over Bowman Wash?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).
Who owns S China Lake Blvd over Bowman Wash?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.