State Route 59 over Miles Creek
GoodMerced County, California · 10-MER-059-11.89 · Structure no. 39 0104
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 53 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,700
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 59 over Miles Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying State Route 59 over Miles Creek in Merced County, California. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 7,700 vehicles a day, projected to reach 14,507 by 2042. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 59 over Miles Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 59 over Miles 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 59 over Miles Creek carry?
About 7,700 vehicles per day (2009 count).
How long is State Route 59 over Miles Creek?
The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 59 over Miles Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.