North Second Ave over Sweetwater River
FairSan Diego County, California · 0.16 MI S/O E.30th&SWTWTR · Structure no. 57C0235
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 424 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
North Second Ave over Sweetwater River is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying North Second Ave over Sweetwater River in San Diego County, California. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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 5 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 7,500 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,062 by 2045. The structure is 424 ft (129.2 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was North Second Ave over Sweetwater River built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is North Second Ave over Sweetwater River 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does North Second Ave over Sweetwater River carry?
About 7,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is North Second Ave over Sweetwater River?
The structure is 424 ft (129.2 m) long with a longest span of 116 ft (35.4 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns North Second Ave over Sweetwater River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.