State Route 94 over Cottonwood Creek
PoorSan Diego County, California · 11-SD-094-34.97 · Structure no. 57 0115
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 480 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,900
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 94 over Cottonwood Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying State Route 94 over Cottonwood Creek in San Diego County, California. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 years old, older than the California average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 6,900 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,616 by 2041. The structure is 480 ft (146.3 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 94 over Cottonwood Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 94 over Cottonwood Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does State Route 94 over Cottonwood Creek carry?
About 6,900 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is State Route 94 over Cottonwood Creek?
The structure is 480 ft (146.3 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 94 over Cottonwood Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.