South Vista Ave over South Dutchman Creek
GoodMerced County, California · 0.4 MI N of Cross RD · Structure no. 39C0413
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1993
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 59 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,000
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
South Vista Ave over South Dutchman Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying South Vista Ave over South Dutchman Creek in Merced County, California. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 85 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 5,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 6,121 by 2042. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was South Vista Ave over South Dutchman Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.
What condition is South Vista Ave over South Dutchman Creek 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does South Vista Ave over South Dutchman Creek carry?
About 5,000 vehicles per day (2015 count).
How long is South Vista Ave over South Dutchman Creek?
The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.8 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.
Who owns South Vista Ave over South Dutchman Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.