State Route 152 EB over Santa Rita Canal
FairMerced County, California · 10-MER-152-R34.50 · Structure no. 39 0030R
- Built
- 1921
- 104 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 38 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,425
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 152 EB over Santa Rita Canal is a concrete continuous slab carrying State Route 152 EB over Santa Rita Canal in Merced County, California. It was built in 1921 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 104 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 38 ft (11.7 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 152 EB over Santa Rita Canal built?
It was built in 1921, making it 104 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is State Route 152 EB 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 EB 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 EB over Santa Rita Canal?
The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 152 EB over Santa Rita Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.