US Bridges

Interstate 80 over Temescal Creek

Good

Alameda County, California · 04-ALA-080-3.49-EMV · Structure no. 33 0278

Built
1936
89 years old, rebuilt 1997
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
112 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
288,000
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 80 over Temescal Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Interstate 80 over Temescal Creek in Alameda County, California. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 89 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 288,000 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 334,900 by 2041. The structure is 112 ft (34.2 m) long and 203 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesInterstate 80
CrossesTemescal Creek
Location04-ALA-080-3.49-EMV
RouteInterstate 80
Coordinates37.83401, -122.29412
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4 (+2 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length112 ft (34.2 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.4 m)
Deck width203 ft (62 m)
Roadway width200 ft (61 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic288,000 (2019)
Projected traffic334,900 by 2041
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure14
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Interstate 80 over Temescal Creek built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.

What condition is Interstate 80 over Temescal Creek 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Interstate 80 over Temescal Creek carry?

About 288,000 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Interstate 80 over Temescal Creek?

The structure is 112 ft (34.2 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.4 m) and a deck 203 ft wide.

Who owns Interstate 80 over Temescal Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.