Ward Avenue over California Aqueduct
FairStanislaus County, California · 1.0 MI North of Fink RD · Structure no. 38C0210
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 173 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,323
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- Other State Agency
About this bridge
Ward Avenue over California Aqueduct is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ward Avenue over California Aqueduct in Stanislaus County, California. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 1,323 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,632 by 2046. The structure is 173 ft (52.7 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ward Avenue over California Aqueduct built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ward Avenue over California Aqueduct 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Ward Avenue over California Aqueduct carry?
About 1,323 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is Ward Avenue over California Aqueduct?
The structure is 173 ft (52.7 m) long with a longest span of 89 ft (27.1 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Ward Avenue over California Aqueduct?
It is owned by the Other State Agency and maintained by the County Highway Agency.