State Route 140 over Delta-Mendota Canal
FairMerced County, California · 10-MER-140-0.58 · Structure no. 39 0168
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 106 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,175
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 140 over Delta-Mendota Canal is a concrete tee beam carrying State Route 140 over Delta-Mendota Canal in Merced County, California. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 5 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 1,175 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,381 by 2045. The structure is 106 ft (32.4 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 140 over Delta-Mendota Canal built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 140 over Delta-Mendota 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 140 over Delta-Mendota Canal carry?
About 1,175 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is State Route 140 over Delta-Mendota Canal?
The structure is 106 ft (32.4 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 140 over Delta-Mendota Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.