US Bridges

Otay Lakes RD over Otay River

Good

San Diego County, California · 2.3MI E/O Eastlake Pkwy · Structure no. 57C0274

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,579
2016 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Otay Lakes RD over Otay River is a concrete culvert carrying Otay Lakes RD over Otay River in San Diego County, California. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 2,579 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,096 by 2045. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesOtay Lakes RD
CrossesOtay River
Location2.3MI E/O Eastlake Pkwy
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates32.64748, -116.93038
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,579 (2016)
Projected traffic3,096 by 2045
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Otay Lakes RD over Otay River built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is Otay Lakes RD over Otay 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Otay Lakes RD over Otay River carry?

About 2,579 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Otay Lakes RD over Otay River?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Otay Lakes RD over Otay River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.