State Route 99 over Bear Creek
FairSan Joaquin County, California · 10-SJ-099-25.64 · Structure no. 29 0004
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old, rebuilt 2007
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 165 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 64,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 99 over Bear Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying State Route 99 over Bear Creek in San Joaquin County, California. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 2007, so it is 62 years old, older than the California average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 64,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 138,025 by 2046. The structure is 165 ft (50.3 m) long and 114 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 99 over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2007.
What condition is State Route 99 over Bear Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 99 over Bear Creek carry?
About 64,000 vehicles per day (2009 count).
How long is State Route 99 over Bear Creek?
The structure is 165 ft (50.3 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 114 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 99 over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.