US Bridges

State Route 238 NB over Bartd

Good

Alameda County, California · 04-ALA-238-15.30-SLN · Structure no. 33 0619R

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
190 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
38,000
2014 count
Owner
Local
Other Local Agency

About this bridge

State Route 238 NB over Bartd is a concrete frame carrying State Route 238 NB over Bartd in Alameda County, California. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger 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 38,000 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 83,246 by 2042. The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesState Route 238 NB
CrossesBartd
Location04-ALA-238-15.30-SLN
RouteInterstate 238
Coordinates37.68892, -122.11385
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length190 ft (57.9 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic38,000 (2014)
Projected traffic83,246 by 2042
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerOther Local Agency
Maintained byOther Local Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was State Route 238 NB over Bartd built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is State Route 238 NB over Bartd 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does State Route 238 NB over Bartd carry?

About 38,000 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is State Route 238 NB over Bartd?

The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).

Who owns State Route 238 NB over Bartd?

It is owned by the Other Local Agency.