US Bridges

Via De LA Valle over Mtdb BNSF RY & AMTRAK

Fair

San Diego County, California · 75FT E/O Camino Del Mar · Structure no. 57C0313

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
123 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
18,820
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Via De LA Valle over Mtdb BNSF RY & AMTRAK is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Via De LA Valle over Mtdb BNSF RY & AMTRAK in San Diego County, California. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 18,820 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,376 by 2041. The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesVia De LA Valle
CrossesMtdb BNSF RY & AMTRAK
Location75FT E/O Camino Del Mar
RouteCity Street 0
CountySan Diego County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates32.98013, -117.26871
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length123 ft (37.5 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width90 ft (27.4 m)
Roadway width82 ft (25 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,820 (2020)
Projected traffic21,376 by 2041
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Via De LA Valle over Mtdb BNSF RY & AMTRAK built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is Via De LA Valle over Mtdb BNSF RY & AMTRAK 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Via De LA Valle over Mtdb BNSF RY & AMTRAK carry?

About 18,820 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Via De LA Valle over Mtdb BNSF RY & AMTRAK?

The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.

Who owns Via De LA Valle over Mtdb BNSF RY & AMTRAK?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.