State Route 78 over San Pasqual Creek
GoodSan Diego County, California · 11-SD-078-20.64 · Structure no. 57 1242
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,400
- 2014 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 78 over San Pasqual Creek is a concrete culvert carrying State Route 78 over San Pasqual Creek in San Diego County, California. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 12,400 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,419 by 2040. The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long and 94 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 78 over San Pasqual Creek built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 78 over San Pasqual Creek 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does State Route 78 over San Pasqual Creek carry?
About 12,400 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is State Route 78 over San Pasqual Creek?
The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 94 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 78 over San Pasqual Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.