US Bridges

State Route 62 over Met Wtr Dstrct Aqueduct

Good

Riverside County, California · 08-RIV-062-82.05 · Structure no. 56 0727

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,428
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

State Route 62 over Met Wtr Dstrct Aqueduct is a concrete culvert carrying State Route 62 over Met Wtr Dstrct Aqueduct in Riverside County, California. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 1,428 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,334 by 2040. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesState Route 62
CrossesMet Wtr Dstrct Aqueduct
Location08-RIV-062-82.05
RouteState Highway 62
Coordinates34.05973, -115.26781
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating30 US tons
Inventory rating17.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width39 ft (12 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,428 (2016)
Projected traffic5,334 by 2040
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was State Route 62 over Met Wtr Dstrct Aqueduct built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.

What condition is State Route 62 over Met Wtr Dstrct Aqueduct 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does State Route 62 over Met Wtr Dstrct Aqueduct carry?

About 1,428 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is State Route 62 over Met Wtr Dstrct Aqueduct?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns State Route 62 over Met Wtr Dstrct Aqueduct?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.