Valley Loop Road over Merced River

Fair Condition93 years old3,416 vehicles/day

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyMariposa
Location14.2 Miles East From El P
CarriesValley Loop Road
CrossesMerced River
Coordinates37.74039, -119.57366

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignArch - Deck
Total Length127.0 ft (38.7 m)
Max Span71.9 ft (21.9 m)
Deck Width42.7 ft (13 m)
Deck Area503.1 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1933

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,416 (2022)
Truck Traffic1%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection924
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerNational Park Service
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number8800005P0000000

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