State Route 59 over Black Rascal Canal

Good Condition110 years old15,950 vehicles/day

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyMerced
Location10-mer-059-16.27
CarriesState Route 59
CrossesBlack Rascal Canal
Coordinates37.32141, -120.50482

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete Continuous
DesignTee Beam
Total Length52.2 ft (15.9 m)
Max Span24.0 ft (7.3 m)
Deck Width21.0 ft (6.4 m)
Deck Area101.8 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1916

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic15,950 (2009)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 48 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number39 0068

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