US Bridges

Elkhorn RD over UP RR & AMTRAK

Good

Monterey County, California · 0.1 MI N Garin RD · Structure no. 44C0033

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
277 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
25,700
2017 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Elkhorn RD over UP RR & AMTRAK is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Elkhorn RD over UP RR & AMTRAK in Monterey County, California. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 25,700 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 44,738 by 2040. The structure is 277 ft (84.3 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesElkhorn RD
CrossesUP RR & AMTRAK
Location0.1 MI N Garin RD
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyMonterey County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates36.87468, -121.74522
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length277 ft (84.3 m)
Longest span91 ft (27.8 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25,700 (2017)
Projected traffic44,738 by 2040
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway 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 Elkhorn RD over UP RR & AMTRAK built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Elkhorn RD over UP RR & 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Elkhorn RD over UP RR & AMTRAK carry?

About 25,700 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Elkhorn RD over UP RR & AMTRAK?

The structure is 277 ft (84.3 m) long with a longest span of 91 ft (27.8 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns Elkhorn RD over UP RR & AMTRAK?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.