State Route 78 over Melrose DR
FairSan Diego County, California · 11-SD-078-5.94-VSTA · Structure no. 57 0398
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 149 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 142,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 78 over Melrose DR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying State Route 78 over Melrose DR in San Diego County, California. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger 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 5 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 142,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 194,205 by 2040. The structure is 149 ft (45.5 m) long and 117 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 78 over Melrose DR built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 78 over Melrose DR 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does State Route 78 over Melrose DR carry?
About 142,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is State Route 78 over Melrose DR?
The structure is 149 ft (45.5 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.7 m) and a deck 117 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 78 over Melrose DR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.