State Route 59 over Escaladian Canal
GoodMerced County, California · 10-MER-059-25.45 · Structure no. 39 0109
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 42 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,425
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 59 over Escaladian Canal is a concrete continuous slab carrying State Route 59 over Escaladian Canal in Merced County, California. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger 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 1,425 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,664 by 2046. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 59 over Escaladian Canal built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 59 over Escaladian Canal 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 Escaladian Canal carry?
About 1,425 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is State Route 59 over Escaladian Canal?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 59 over Escaladian Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.