Van Buren Ave over Santa Rita Creek
GoodMonterey County, California · 0.1 MI S of Bolivar · Structure no. 44C0095
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,812
- 2005 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Van Buren Ave over Santa Rita Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Van Buren Ave over Santa Rita Creek 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 1,812 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,996 by 2040. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 50 ft wide. 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Van Buren Ave over Santa Rita Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Van Buren Ave over Santa Rita 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Van Buren Ave over Santa Rita Creek carry?
About 1,812 vehicles per day (2005 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Van Buren Ave over Santa Rita Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns Van Buren Ave over Santa Rita Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.