State Route 79 over Buena Vista Creek
FairSan Diego County, California · 11-SD-079-31.31 · Structure no. 57 0063
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 60 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,550
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 79 over Buena Vista Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying State Route 79 over Buena Vista Creek in San Diego County, California. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 years old, older than the California average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,550 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,800 by 2045. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.7 mi (72 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 79 over Buena Vista Creek built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 79 over Buena Vista Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 79 over Buena Vista Creek carry?
About 1,550 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is State Route 79 over Buena Vista Creek?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 79 over Buena Vista Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.