US Bridges

Interstate 15 over Rocky Wash

Good

San Bernardino County, California · 08-SBD-015-R116.82 · Structure no. 54 0239

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
44,000
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 15 over Rocky Wash is a concrete culvert carrying Interstate 15 over Rocky Wash in San Bernardino 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 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 44,000 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 52,800 by 2041. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesInterstate 15
CrossesRocky Wash
Location08-SBD-015-R116.82
RouteInterstate 15
Coordinates35.08688, -116.32572
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic44,000 (2019)
Projected traffic52,800 by 2041
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Interstate 15 over Rocky Wash built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Interstate 15 over Rocky Wash 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Interstate 15 over Rocky Wash carry?

About 44,000 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is Interstate 15 over Rocky Wash?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.3 m).

Who owns Interstate 15 over Rocky Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.