Southern Pacifc Av over Black Rascal Canal
FairMerced County, California · 0.4 MI N/W 16th ST End · Structure no. 39C0038
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 93 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2005 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Southern Pacifc Av over Black Rascal Canal is a concrete continuous slab carrying Southern Pacifc Av over Black Rascal Canal in Merced County, California. It was built in 1964, 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 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 108 by 2046. The structure is 93 ft (28.4 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Southern Pacifc Av over Black Rascal Canal built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Southern Pacifc Av over Black Rascal 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 2024.
How much traffic does Southern Pacifc Av over Black Rascal Canal carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2005 count).
How long is Southern Pacifc Av over Black Rascal Canal?
The structure is 93 ft (28.4 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Southern Pacifc Av over Black Rascal Canal?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.