State Route 140 over Bear Creek
GoodMariposa County, California · 10-MPA-140-28.33 · Structure no. 40 0003
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 110 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,125
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 140 over Bear Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying State Route 140 over Bear Creek in Mariposa County, California. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 2,125 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,997 by 2042. The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 90.1 mi (145 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 140 over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 140 over Bear Creek 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 140 over Bear Creek carry?
About 2,125 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is State Route 140 over Bear Creek?
The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 140 over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.