University Ave over Interstate 805 & Ramps
FairSan Diego County, California · 11-SD-805-15.95-SD · Structure no. 57 0614
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 238 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 28,400
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
University Ave over Interstate 805 & Ramps is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying University Ave over Interstate 805 & Ramps in San Diego County, California. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 28,400 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 41,080 by 2044. The structure is 238 ft (72.5 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was University Ave over Interstate 805 & Ramps built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is University Ave over Interstate 805 & Ramps 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does University Ave over Interstate 805 & Ramps carry?
About 28,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is University Ave over Interstate 805 & Ramps?
The structure is 238 ft (72.5 m) long with a longest span of 121 ft (36.9 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.
Who owns University Ave over Interstate 805 & Ramps?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.