Howard Road over Middle River
GoodSan Joaquin County, California · Just East Wing Levee Road · Structure no. 29C0152
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 226 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,801
- 2013 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Howard Road over Middle River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Howard Road over Middle River in San Joaquin County, California. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 1,801 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,658 by 2045. The structure is 226 ft (68.9 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Howard Road over Middle River built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Howard Road over Middle River 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 2023.
How much traffic does Howard Road over Middle River carry?
About 1,801 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Howard Road over Middle River?
The structure is 226 ft (68.9 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns Howard Road over Middle River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.