State Route 140 over El Capitan Canal

Fair Condition106 years old6,500 vehicles/day

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyMerced
Location10-mer-140-34.51
CarriesState Route 140
CrossesEl Capitan Canal
Coordinates37.30268, -120.52329

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Culvert6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete Continuous
DesignCulvert
Total Length21.7 ft (6.6 m)
Max Span9.5 ft (2.9 m)
Deck Width55.1 ft (16.8 m)
Deck Area110.9 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1920 (reconstructed 2001)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic6,500 (2009)
Truck Traffic13%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection225
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number39 0097

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