US Bridges

Armstrong RD over State Route 99

Fair

San Joaquin County, California · 10-SJ-099-27.50 · Structure no. 29 0104

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
262 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,000
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Armstrong RD over State Route 99 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Armstrong RD over State Route 99 in San Joaquin 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 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 3,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,420 by 2042. The structure is 262 ft (79.9 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesArmstrong RD
CrossesState Route 99
Location10-SJ-099-27.50
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates38.08734, -121.26051
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
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
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating32.2 US tons
Inventory rating18.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length262 ft (79.9 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width39 ft (12 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,000 (2014)
Projected traffic4,420 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Armstrong RD over State Route 99 built?

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

What condition is Armstrong RD over State Route 99 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 Armstrong RD over State Route 99 carry?

About 3,000 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Armstrong RD over State Route 99?

The structure is 262 ft (79.9 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns Armstrong RD over State Route 99?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.