Brazo Road over Newman Wasteway
GoodMerced County, California · 0.6 MI E Canal School RD · Structure no. 39C0340
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 890
- 2014 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Brazo Road over Newman Wasteway is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Brazo Road over Newman Wasteway in Merced County, California. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 890 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,500 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Brazo Road over Newman Wasteway built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Brazo Road over Newman 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does Brazo Road over Newman Wasteway carry?
About 890 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Brazo Road over Newman Wasteway?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Brazo Road over Newman Wasteway?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.