US Bridges

State Route 62 over Met Wtr Dstrct Aqueduct

Good

San Bernardino County, California · 08-SBD-062-91.75 · Structure no. 54 0988

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

About this bridge

State Route 62 over Met Wtr Dstrct Aqueduct is a concrete continuous culvert carrying State Route 62 over Met Wtr Dstrct Aqueduct in San Bernardino 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 5,186 by 2040. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesState Route 62
CrossesMet Wtr Dstrct Aqueduct
Location08-SBD-062-91.75
RouteState Highway 62
Coordinates34.08711, -115.11349
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 Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.3 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,428 (2016)
Projected traffic5,186 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

OwnerOther State Agency
Maintained byOther State 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 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 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns State Route 62 over Met Wtr Dstrct Aqueduct?

It is owned by the Other State Agency.