State Route 165 over Slough No 3
GoodMerced County, California · 10-MER-165-21.52 · Structure no. 39 0207
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,100
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 165 over Slough No 3 is a concrete continuous culvert carrying State Route 165 over Slough No 3 in Merced County, California. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 5,100 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,477 by 2041. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 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 | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 165 over Slough No 3 built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 165 over Slough No 3 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 165 over Slough No 3 carry?
About 5,100 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is State Route 165 over Slough No 3?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns State Route 165 over Slough No 3?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.