State Highway 189 over Little Bear Creek
GoodSan Bernardino County, California · 08-SBD-189-4.08 · Structure no. 54 0869
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old, rebuilt 1968
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,100
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Highway 189 over Little Bear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying State Highway 189 over Little Bear Creek in San Bernardino County, California. It was built in 1967 and reconstructed in 1968, so it is 58 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 6,100 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,000 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 State Highway 189 over Little Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1968.
What condition is State Highway 189 over Little Bear 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 State Highway 189 over Little Bear Creek carry?
About 6,100 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is State Highway 189 over Little Bear Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns State Highway 189 over Little Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.