US Bridges

State Route 33 over Volta Wasteway

Good

Merced County, California · 10-MER-033-R16.31 · Structure no. 39 0123

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,250
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

State Route 33 over Volta Wasteway is a concrete continuous culvert carrying State Route 33 over Volta Wasteway in Merced County, California. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 9,250 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,652 by 2045. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesState Route 33
CrossesVolta Wasteway
Location10-MER-033-R16.31
RouteState Highway 33
Coordinates37.10135, -121.01577
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,250 (2009)
Projected traffic14,652 by 2045
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was State Route 33 over Volta Wasteway built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is State Route 33 over Volta Wasteway 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does State Route 33 over Volta Wasteway carry?

About 9,250 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is State Route 33 over Volta Wasteway?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns State Route 33 over Volta Wasteway?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.