Bell Road over Delta-Mendota Canal
GoodStanislaus County, California · 25 MI N San Luis Res · Structure no. DMC MP51.22
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 330 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5
- 2021 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Reclamation
About this bridge
Bell Road over Delta-Mendota Canal is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Bell Road over Delta-Mendota Canal in Stanislaus County, California. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 5 vehicles a day, projected to reach 100 by 2040. The structure is 330 ft (100.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bell Road over Delta-Mendota Canal built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bell Road 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 May 2022.
How much traffic does Bell Road over Delta-Mendota Canal carry?
About 5 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Bell Road over Delta-Mendota Canal?
The structure is 330 ft (100.6 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m).
Who owns Bell Road over Delta-Mendota Canal?
It is owned by the Bureau of Reclamation and maintained by the Other Local Agency.