Powell ST over UP RR BNSF RY & AMTRAK
GoodAlameda County, California · 0.3 MI E of I-80 · Structure no. 33C0183
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 1,123 ft
- 15 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 23,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Powell ST over UP RR BNSF RY & AMTRAK is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Powell ST over UP RR BNSF RY & AMTRAK in Alameda County, California. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 23,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,262 by 2046. The structure is 1,123 ft (342.3 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Powell ST over UP RR BNSF RY & AMTRAK built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Powell ST over UP RR BNSF RY & AMTRAK 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Powell ST over UP RR BNSF RY & AMTRAK carry?
About 23,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Powell ST over UP RR BNSF RY & AMTRAK?
The structure is 1,123 ft (342.3 m) long with a longest span of 107 ft (32.7 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.
Who owns Powell ST over UP RR BNSF RY & AMTRAK?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.