Cowell ST over Galindo Creek
GoodContra Costa County, California · 0.05 MI S Babel Lane · Structure no. 28C0427
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,000
- 2000 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Cowell ST over Galindo Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Cowell ST over Galindo Creek in Contra Costa County, California. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 9,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,688 by 2038. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Cowell ST over Galindo Creek built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is Cowell ST over Galindo 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 November 2021.
How much traffic does Cowell ST over Galindo Creek carry?
About 9,000 vehicles per day (2000 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Cowell ST over Galindo Creek?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns Cowell ST over Galindo Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.