US Bridges

State Route 132 E over Delta-Mendota Canal

Good

San Joaquin County, California · 10-SJ-132-2.95 · Structure no. 29 0204R

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
215 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,750
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

State Route 132 E over Delta-Mendota Canal is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying State Route 132 E over Delta-Mendota Canal in San Joaquin County, California. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 7,750 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,952 by 2044. The structure is 215 ft (65.5 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesState Route 132 E
CrossesDelta-Mendota Canal
Location10-SJ-132-2.95
RouteState Highway 132
Coordinates37.63756, -121.34827
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating78.9 US tons
Inventory rating47.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length215 ft (65.5 m)
Longest span115 ft (35.1 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.8 m)
Roadway width55 ft (16.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,750 (2009)
Projected traffic10,952 by 2044
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was State Route 132 E over Delta-Mendota Canal built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is State Route 132 E over Delta-Mendota Canal 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 Route 132 E over Delta-Mendota Canal carry?

About 7,750 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is State Route 132 E over Delta-Mendota Canal?

The structure is 215 ft (65.5 m) long with a longest span of 115 ft (35.1 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns State Route 132 E over Delta-Mendota Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.