Christen DR over Contra Costa Canal
GoodContra Costa County, California · 0.04 MI S Third Ave · Structure no. 28C0385
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 41 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,200
- 1998 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Christen DR over Contra Costa Canal is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Christen DR over Contra Costa Canal in Contra Costa County, California. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 3,200 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,489 by 2043. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long and 44 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Christen DR over Contra Costa Canal built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is Christen DR over Contra Costa Canal 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 2025.
How much traffic does Christen DR over Contra Costa Canal carry?
About 3,200 vehicles per day (1998 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Christen DR over Contra Costa Canal?
The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.3 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns Christen DR over Contra Costa Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.