State Route 79 over Salt Creek
GoodRiverside County, California · 08-RIV-079-R16.07 · Structure no. 56 0795
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 223 ft
- 15 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,200
- 2011 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 79 over Salt Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying State Route 79 over Salt Creek in Riverside County, California. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 13,200 vehicles a day, projected to reach 28,194 by 2039. The structure is 223 ft (67.9 m) long and 56 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 | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 79 over Salt Creek built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 79 over Salt 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 June 2021.
How much traffic does State Route 79 over Salt Creek carry?
About 13,200 vehicles per day (2011 count).
How long is State Route 79 over Salt Creek?
The structure is 223 ft (67.9 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 79 over Salt Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.