US Bridges

Mesquite Springs R over 29 Palms Fl Cont Channel

Good

San Bernardino County, California · 0.05 MI N RTE 62 · Structure no. 54C0595

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,164
2016 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mesquite Springs R over 29 Palms Fl Cont Channel is a concrete culvert carrying Mesquite Springs R over 29 Palms Fl Cont Channel in San Bernardino County, California. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger 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 3,164 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,915 by 2041. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesMesquite Springs R
Crosses29 Palms Fl Cont Channel
Location0.05 MI N RTE 62
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates34.13643, -116.07186
Functional classUrban 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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to 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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,164 (2016)
Projected traffic3,915 by 2041
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Mesquite Springs R over 29 Palms Fl Cont Channel built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mesquite Springs R over 29 Palms Fl Cont Channel 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Mesquite Springs R over 29 Palms Fl Cont Channel carry?

About 3,164 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Mesquite Springs R over 29 Palms Fl Cont Channel?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Mesquite Springs R over 29 Palms Fl Cont Channel?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.