State Route 140 over Bear Ranch Creek
GoodMerced County, California · 10-MER-140-38.69-MER · Structure no. 39 0119
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old, rebuilt 1972
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,400
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 140 over Bear Ranch Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying State Route 140 over Bear Ranch Creek in Merced County, California. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 61 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 7,400 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,211 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 140 over Bear Ranch Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.
What condition is State Route 140 over Bear Ranch 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does State Route 140 over Bear Ranch Creek carry?
About 7,400 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is State Route 140 over Bear Ranch Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 140 over Bear Ranch Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.