State Route 163 over San Diego River
GoodSan Diego County, California · 11-SD-163-3.95-SD · Structure no. 57 0126
- Built
- 1946
- 79 years old, rebuilt 1970
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 1,024 ft
- 22 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 148,000
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 163 over San Diego River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying State Route 163 over San Diego River in San Diego County, California. It was built in 1946 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 79 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 148,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 274,627 by 2043. The structure is 1,024 ft (312.1 m) long and 144 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 163 over San Diego River built?
It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.
What condition is State Route 163 over San Diego 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does State Route 163 over San Diego River carry?
About 148,000 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is State Route 163 over San Diego River?
The structure is 1,024 ft (312.1 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 144 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 163 over San Diego River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.