State Route 152 WB over Santa Rita Canal
FairMerced County, California · 10-MER-152-R34.50 · Structure no. 39 0030L
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 46 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,425
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 152 WB over Santa Rita Canal is a concrete continuous culvert carrying State Route 152 WB over Santa Rita Canal in Merced County, California. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, older 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 8,425 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,112 by 2045. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 State Route 152 WB over Santa Rita Canal built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 152 WB over Santa Rita 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does State Route 152 WB over Santa Rita Canal carry?
About 8,425 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is State Route 152 WB over Santa Rita Canal?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 152 WB over Santa Rita Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.