State Route 33 over Outside Canal
FairMerced County, California · 10-MER-033-18.41 · Structure no. 39 0048
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 7,475
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 33 over Outside Canal is a concrete culvert carrying State Route 33 over Outside Canal in Merced County, California. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 7,475 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,591 by 2045. The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 4.3 mi (7 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 33 over Outside Canal built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 33 over Outside 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 33 over Outside Canal carry?
About 7,475 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is State Route 33 over Outside Canal?
The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.7 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 33 over Outside Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.