Bonita Road over Rice Canyon
GoodSan Diego County, California · 11-SD-000--CHV · Structure no. 57 1053
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old, rebuilt 1995
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 72 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bonita Road over Rice Canyon is a concrete culvert carrying Bonita Road over Rice Canyon in San Diego County, California. It was built in 1973 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 52 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 30,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,037 by 2042. The structure is 72 ft (22 m) long and 105 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bonita Road over Rice Canyon built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.
What condition is Bonita Road over Rice Canyon 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 2022.
How much traffic does Bonita Road over Rice Canyon carry?
About 30,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Bonita Road over Rice Canyon?
The structure is 72 ft (22 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 105 ft wide.
Who owns Bonita Road over Rice Canyon?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency and maintained by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.