State Route 79 over S Brnch Santa Ysabel Crk
GoodSan Diego County, California · 11-SD-079-21.63 · Structure no. 57 0059
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 40 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,150
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 79 over S Brnch Santa Ysabel Crk is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying State Route 79 over S Brnch Santa Ysabel Crk in San Diego County, California. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 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 3,150 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,700 by 2045. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.7 mi (72 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 79 over S Brnch Santa Ysabel Crk built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 79 over S Brnch Santa Ysabel Crk 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 79 over S Brnch Santa Ysabel Crk carry?
About 3,150 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is State Route 79 over S Brnch Santa Ysabel Crk?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 79 over S Brnch Santa Ysabel Crk?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.