State Route 79 over San Luis Rey River
GoodSan Diego County, California · 11-SD-079-R39.90 · Structure no. 57 0067
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 261 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,700
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 79 over San Luis Rey River is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying State Route 79 over San Luis Rey River in San Diego County, California. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 1,700 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,200 by 2045. The structure is 261 ft (79.6 m) long and 35 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 79 over San Luis Rey River built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 79 over San Luis Rey River 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 San Luis Rey River carry?
About 1,700 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is State Route 79 over San Luis Rey River?
The structure is 261 ft (79.6 m) long with a longest span of 128 ft (39 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 79 over San Luis Rey River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.