Carlsbad Blvd NB over Las Encinas Creek
FairSan Diego County, California · 0.6MI S/O Palomar Airport · Structure no. 57C0214R
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,300
- 2016 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Carlsbad Blvd NB over Las Encinas Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Carlsbad Blvd NB over Las Encinas Creek in San Diego County, California. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 12,300 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,033 by 2038. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Carlsbad Blvd NB over Las Encinas Creek built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.
What condition is Carlsbad Blvd NB over Las Encinas Creek 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 2021.
How much traffic does Carlsbad Blvd NB over Las Encinas Creek carry?
About 12,300 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Carlsbad Blvd NB over Las Encinas Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Carlsbad Blvd NB over Las Encinas Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.