Interstate 15 SB over San Luis Rey River
GoodSan Diego County, California · 11-SD-015-R45.92 · Structure no. 57 0871L
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 789 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 70,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Interstate 15 SB over San Luis Rey River is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying Interstate 15 SB over San Luis Rey River in San Diego County, California. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 70,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 111,500 by 2045. The structure is 789 ft (240.5 m) long and 69 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Interstate 15 SB over San Luis Rey River built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is Interstate 15 SB 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Interstate 15 SB over San Luis Rey River carry?
About 70,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Interstate 15 SB over San Luis Rey River?
The structure is 789 ft (240.5 m) long with a longest span of 240 ft (73.2 m) and a deck 69 ft wide.
Who owns Interstate 15 SB over San Luis Rey River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.