State Route 1 over Little Sur River
FairMonterey County, California · 05-MON-001-56.10 · Structure no. 44 0020
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 265 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,300
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 1 over Little Sur River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying State Route 1 over Little Sur River in Monterey County, California. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 years old, older than the California average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 4,300 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,146 by 2045. The structure is 265 ft (80.8 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 1 over Little Sur River built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 1 over Little Sur River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does State Route 1 over Little Sur River carry?
About 4,300 vehicles per day (2009 count).
How long is State Route 1 over Little Sur River?
The structure is 265 ft (80.8 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 1 over Little Sur River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.