US Bridges

Constitution Blvd over Gabilan Creek

Good

Monterey County, California · At Indenpendence Blvd · Structure no. 44C0199

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
24,399
2011 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Constitution Blvd over Gabilan Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Constitution Blvd over Gabilan Creek in Monterey County, California. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 24,399 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,503 by 2040. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long and 105 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

CarriesConstitution Blvd
CrossesGabilan Creek
LocationAt Indenpendence Blvd
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates36.70018, -121.62184
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width105 ft (32.1 m)
Roadway width82 ft (24.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic24,399 (2011)
Projected traffic30,503 by 2040
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Constitution Blvd over Gabilan Creek built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is Constitution Blvd over Gabilan 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 Constitution Blvd over Gabilan Creek carry?

About 24,399 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Constitution Blvd over Gabilan Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 105 ft wide.

Who owns Constitution Blvd over Gabilan Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.